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Longhorns face tough test in quest for glory Keith Morris

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Payson High’s softball team is the favorite in many people’s minds to win the first state championship in program history this season. But the Longhorns will have to get by several other teams with title aspirations of their own if they are to realize their ultimate goal. And fans can get a taste of what may unfold in the Division 3 state tournament to be held the first two weekends in May at the 11th Annual Gracie Haught Classic in Payson today and Saturday. The 20-team field includes many of the best small school programs in the state. A dozen teams in the field have won state championships, combining to claim 33 titles in all, including seven of the last nine Division 3/Class 3A state crowns. With approximately 300 players and coaches and their families and friends converging on Payson for the next two days, the tournament represents a boon for local businesses. This year’s Gracie Haught championship game at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at Payson High could very well feature a rematch of last year’s Div. 3 state final between Winslow and Payson. The Bulldogs, who have reached

• See Horns, page 10A

It’s a near-miracle Gila County has not suffered any serious incidents or outright tragedies in the cramped, cobbled-together county court and sheriff’s facilities in Payson say public safety officials. County officials say they live with the fear of such an incident every day at the Payson county complex. Presiding Superior Court Judge Peter Cahill, Payson Justice of the Peace Dorothy Little and Gila County Sheriff Adam Shepherd shared their concerns about their facilities and their hope that a planned expansion into the recently purchased NAPA building, west of the sheriff’s office on Main, might address the safety and crowding issues. Wednesday’s mass-shooting in Mesa that left one dead and five wounded underscored the dangers posed by the overcrowded, poorly protect court and public safety facilities in Payson.

• See Court facilities, page 2A

A family tragedy Drugs, abuse shatter family, provoke 10-year prison term by

Keith Morris/Roundup

Ali Tenney (left) and Karlie Smith enjoy walking off the field following the Longhorns’ 5-0 win over Camp Verde on March 10. The team has had plenty to smile about in an 11-1 start which has seen the Horns outscore opponents 121-9. But they face their toughest challenge so far this year over the weekend at a tournament in Payson in which they face the state’s top teams.

Michele Nelson

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Making one last roar, the lion of winter brought rain to the Rim Country late Wednesday evening. The weather service said a low-pressure system strung out over the southern part of the country would bring on and off showers through Friday afternoon. Temperatures, however, will not dip below the 40s. Residents might even see a couple of bursts of lightning, just to keep things interesting. What did keep some residents on their toes — a power outage. “It had to do with a bird’s nest on a pole,” said Steven Gotfried from APS. “There were no birds or eggs on the pole and after some work, they won’t nest there anymore.” Gotfried said the outage started at 8:57 a.m. and was over by 9:01 a.m. He said the area affected went from Blueridge to Longhorn Road then from Bonita Creek to Country Club Vista. But all that gnashing and roaring will clear up for the weekend with only clouds to dot the sky and temperatures warmer than normal — a lamb-like start to spring that starts on Friday, March 20. The National Weather Service reports an “upper low across northwest Mexico” has caused moisture from the Pacific and the Gulf of Mexico to drench the deserts of the Southwest all the way to Gulf states. The hyper-local weather buffs on weather.astro50.com report the Rim Country has received about .80 inches of rain for a grand THE WEATHER

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Winter leaves with a dash of snow, rain by

Teresa McQuerrey

roundup staff reporter

Weekend: Expected to be sunny into the beginning of next week with highs around 70 and overnight lows in the low 40s. Details, 9A

total of 5.80 inches for the year. Not bad. Of course, the rain feeds a proliferation of grasses that can lead to dangerous wildfire conditions, but the seasonal predictions for the Southwest give hope to a less stressful fire season.

The Climate Prediction Center of the NWS (http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/predictions/90day/fxus05.html) reports a weak El Niño condition persists in the Pacific resulting in a 50 percent chance the Southwest will see “above-median” rainfall from April through June.

A Payson man will spend the next 10 years in prison for abusing his children and other offenses. A Child Protective Services worker said Scott Dwain Bridges’ children requested that their father serve the next decade in jail. By then, his youngest child will be 18 years old and an adult. On Monday, Superior Court Judge Peter Cahill did just that, stacking the 38-year-old Bridges’ sentences and handing down aggravated prison terms for aggravated assault, DUI and possession of drug paraphernalia and a presumptive sentence for failure to appear.

A Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteer said while all of Bridges’ juvenile children are in good homes now, Bridges inflicted significant damage on them both physically and mentally. The children demonstrate significant delays in their education as well as social and emotional problems. While they attend counseling regularly, they will carry the scars of abuse the rest of their lives, she said. Bridges has five children. Bridges pleaded guilty to striking two of those children on March 14, 2013. While Bridges fought with his wife, one of those children attempted to intervene and Bridges turned his rage

• See Abuse, page 2A

C.C. Cragin refills quickly even in dry winter Despite drought 100-foot-deep lake now filled by

Pete Aleshire

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The C.C. Cragin Reservoir (formerly Blue Ridge) has reached 90 percent of its capacity, a measure of the reliability of the reservoir on which Rim Country’s economic future largely depends. Last fall, the Salt River Project drained the 15,000-acre-foot reservoir to about 15 percent of its capacity, partly to work on pumps and outlets. In one year, the reservoir had gone from about 15,000 acre-feet to about 2,000 acre-feet. The dry winter worried water planners, with snowpacks well below normal despite a couple of big storms. Roosevelt Lake remains just half full, while the giant reservoirs along the Colorado River remain at near-record low levels. But the scattered major storms quickly refilled C.C. Cragin, which lies atop the Mogollon Rim in a small but enormously productive watershed.

Payson has a legal right to 3,000 acre-feet annually from the reservoir and is currently in the final planning stages for a 15-mile-long pipeline to bring the water from Washington Park to a not-yet-build, $7.5 million treatment facility on Houston Mesa Road.

• See C.C. Cragin, page 9A

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While other reservoirs in the West remain half-empty, C.C. Cragin Reservoir refilled with a couple of good winter storms. The 15,000-acre-foot reservoir atop the Rim remains Rim Country’s guarantee for future water, while other towns struggle with the impact of the drought.

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From page 1A Gila County continues to spend the bulk of its budget and build most of its facilities in the Globe area, although the majority of the population lives in the north and taxpayers in Rim Country provide the bulk of the county’s revenues. The county’s lopsided investment continues, but at least the board of supervisors recently agreed to snap up an auto parts store at a bargain price and at least consider upgrading its facilities here on a shoestring budget. However, local officials worry about the delay in drawing up the plans and discussions about shoe-horning both the Municipal Court and two Superior Court courtrooms into an inadequate space. Roundup file photo

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“It’s been a quest of mine for 12 years to get better facilities (in Payson) so trials can be held in minimal acceptable space,” said Cahill. He is a Globe resident, but holds court in Payson one or two days a week. It’s been a long, hard battle to give Northern Gila County residents at least adequate court facilities. The current facilities were originally real estate offices remodeled to provide growing county services. The original design for the sheriff’s office in Payson included a second story that never materialized. Unfortunately, voters rejected ballot measure in 2007 that would have raised the money to build a new county justice center from the ground up in Payson. Now, efforts are underway to design a plan for remodeling the NAPA building to accommodate two courtrooms and their necessary ancillary offices, plus provide a secure passage to move prisoners from the jail to the courts. Currently, the county can’t hold full jury trials in Payson as a result of the cramped quarters. Moreover, Payson residents summoned as potential jurors have to drive to Globe, at considerable cost and inconvenience. Cahill said he doubts the county can do all it proposes in plans for the NAPA building. However, he said County Manager Don McDaniel has promised to address the concerns of the judges, sheriff’s office and prosecutors. “If he says it will happen, it will,” said Cahill. The judge said shifting the supervisor’s office, county administration and community development to the building on Highway 260 gave some space for the staff to spread out, but it did nothing for the Superior Court or county attorney. Often on Mondays, when Cahill schedules trials in Payson, the area outside the court building fills up with people waiting for a family member appearing as either the defendant or victim. The crush of people in a small

space creates all sorts of difficulties, he said. He said the Superior Court needs to have trials in an adequate and acceptable space. Right now, the cramped Superior Court chambers offer room for only an eight-member jury. When a serious crime involving a prison term of 30 years or more comes up, the defendant has a right to a 12-person jury. That forces the county to hold the trial in Globe. To seat a jury of 12, the county calls a pool of 40 to 50 people. The only court facilities that can accommodate that many potential jurors are in Globe. “Our goal is to have a facility for Superior Court in Payson that will allow us to summon 40 to 50 jurors and have a trial requiring 12 people (on the jury).” He said one of his first trials held in Globe involved a Payson incident. Many of the witnesses were Payson police officers — there would be four or five Payson Police Department vehicles in the Globe courthouse parking lot every day. “That was inefficient and wrong.” He started to have trials in Payson when it was possible. While Cahill admits to being skeptical about fitting both the Superior and Justice courts in the NAPA building, he is doing his part to give it the best chance at success. He used part of his budget to hire a consulting architect through the National Center for State Courts in Williamsburg, Va. Chang-Ming Yeh has visited Payson and seen both the existing facility and the proposed expansion. “He will give us a recommendation whether the county’s plan to put Superior Court and Justice Court in the NAPA building is adequate or inadequate. If it is possible to make the NAPA building work, he’ll tell us whether the plans will work for Justice Court and Superior Court operations,” Cahill said. Should the plan to give the courts more space work, it would provide a number of benefits. • Local defendants would face

trial in the community. • The courtroom could accommodate a 12-person jury. • Police would not have to constantly transport Payson prisoners to Globe. • Victims would not have to sit close to the defendants. • Witnesses would have easier access to the court. • The public would have easier access to the court. “Justice is not done if the public doesn’t have access to the courthouse. Open justice requires that people should have reasonable access. No one can do that here unless they travel to Globe and that’s not right,” Cahill said. “The county is obligated to provide full services to all citizens and that should include trials.”

the promised security measures in place within the next year — full screening, not just wand sweeps and inspection of bags. “If we are able to create new space for the courts there will be a benefit to a lot of other county offices and the citizens they serve,” she said. Little said ideally the remodel of the NAPA building would include rooms for attorneys to meet clients; space to let victims be separate and safe; and an appropriate jury room with facilities. “As a whole, the citizens and all those who use the courts need appropriate facilities to do our jobs efficiently and safely,” Little said.

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The space occupied by the Gila County Sheriff’s Office and county jail in Payson was initially used by all county employees serving the north. Gila County Sheriff Adam Shepherd is holding onto the hope that some day Payson will have a true justice center for north county. The expansion plans don’t include any new space for the jail and staff, just a more secure way to get the prisoners to their court appearances and possibly an opportunity to reconfigure offices. Shepherd said with accommodations for barely 20 inmates, his deputies spend a lot of time on the road simply shuttling prisoners back and forth to Globe. “The remodel will be a benefit with security. It will decrease the contact of prisoners with the public,” he said. Additionally, the plans under discussion include moving the entrance to the GCSO off Frontier Street (it is now on Main) and creating more secure parking. For now, the special consultant is reviewing the county’s plans for the added space and Cahill and Little are waiting for the report. Shepherd said he is just happy something is happening.

The Justice Court has the same problems as the Superior Court. Little said the people who have come to court sometimes must sit in the hall. If she has to have a jury trial, she needs to call 30 people to get enough jurors. “We need full-time security,” she said. “I appreciate the volunteers (the Gila County Sheriff’s Posse members screen visitors), but they can only do so much.” The space is inefficient. Crews did move walls around, but didn’t change the basic structure. Little said the controls for heating and cooling her office are in the courtroom, which means sometimes she has to turn her office into an icebox to keep temperatures comfortable in the courtroom. The current facility has so little room for office supplies and files that the court often has to store records off-site. Little said a new computer system the State Supreme Court is instituting could eventually allow her court to go “paperless,” but the “new” system has been in transition for five years. She hopes the court doesn’t have to wait any longer for the promised redesign. She would like to at least see

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Abuse, drugs shatters Payson family From page 1A

toward him, beating him with a closed fist three times in the back and upper shoulder. During this assault, another child tried to intervene prompting Bridges to punch him in the head with a closed fist, according to a presentencing report. Bridges’ lawyer Michael Bernays said it was more of a shoving/pushing match. A CPS investigator found the children living in squalor. They concluded the children had been coached by their parents to lie about any abuse they either witnessed or endured, including Bridges’ use of drugs and his frequent fights with his wife. Bernays said while Bridges admits his wrongdoings, an assessment completed two months after this incident revealed he suffers from schizoaffective disorder and has abused alcohol and drugs, further aggravating this

condition. The lawyer said while incidents of abuse had taken place, the abuse was not frequent. Bridges told Cahill Monday that he was sorry and had not meant to hurt his family. He said he had lost everything because of illegal drugs, but thanks to medication he is now stable. He does not hear voices anymore and is calm. He said he is taking anger management courses at the jail and doing better. “All I can do is say I am sorry,” he said, adding he feels more sorry for his family than he does himself. Bridges’ wife said she has been with him for 16 years. When he takes his medication, he’s a good person, but when drinking and using illegal drugs he’s different. Still, Bridges is her rock, she added. She no longer has custody of their children. Besides pleading guilty to two counts of aggravated assault, Bridges pleaded guilty

Bridge work resumes on SR 260 After upgrading five eastbound bridge approaches on State Route 260 last fall, the Arizona Department of Transportation is returning this month to replace and repave the approaches to three westbound bridges between mileposts 272277, approximately 20 miles east of Payson. Motorists traveling along SR 260 should allow extra travel time and be aware that westbound traffic will be shifted to the eastbound lanes, which will become a two-way roadway through the five-mile work zone, beginning on Tuesday, March 24.

A 10-foot width restriction will be in place throughout construction and drivers should be aware of heavy traffic during peak travel times. The $2.9 million improvement project, expected to be completed in August, includes the removal of the existing bridge approaches and departure slabs, repaving the roadway at the bridge approaches, guardrail reconstruction and the replacement of existing pavement markings. For more information about this project, please call Tricia Lewis at (928) 606-2420 or email tlewis@ azdot.gov.

to aggravated DUI and possession of drug paraphernalia. In that case, a Gila County Sheriff’s Office deputy stopped Bridges for a traffic violation and found him impaired. Bridges admitted to driving while on meth. The deputy found a bottle in his vehicle, which tested positive for cocaine. Bridges told the deputy it was synthetic urine from a friend, which he needed to pass a drug test so he could see his children. Finally, Bridges pleaded guilty to failure to appear for the DUI case on Feb. 3, 2014. He did appear later and a judge quashed his warrant. A probation officer recommended Cahill sentence Bridges to prison. “Although imprisonment has not proven to serve as a deterrent for the defendant’s criminal activity, it will at least keep the community safe from further victimization,” they wrote.

Slide-offs, rollover clutter Rim Country highways There were a number of accidents Thursday including one just south of Pine and several slide-offs east of Payson. Around 3:30 p.m., a storm dumped rain and hail on Highway 260 out near Christopher Creek causing several slide-offs. No one was seriously injured. One lane of southbound Highway 87 was closed at 5:45 p.m. just south of the Mazatzal Hotel and Casino turnoff, milepost 250, after a vehicle rolled. One person was taken to the hospital, but their injuries were not life threatening, according to the Department of Public Safety. The southbound lanes were cleared at 9 p.m. It is unclear if weather was a factor in that wreck.

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The Tonto Community Concert Association presents the musical review, “Live from Nashville” at 7 p.m., Friday, March 20 at the Payson High School Auditorium. The program is a Matt Davenport Production and single tickets are $35 if available. Children and students under the age of 18 will be admitted free when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. For more information, visit the association website at www. tccarim.org or call (928) 478-4363 or (928) 474-4189.

agenda Payson Unified School District Board Meeting When: 5:30 p.m., Monday, March 23 Where: Board Room, Julia Randall Elementary, 902 W. Main, Payson Meeting highlight: Present lease agreement for the PARC building on McLane. Other business:

• Presentation of Auditor General’s report • Legislative analysis by Superintendent Greg Wyman The complete agenda will be available Friday afternoon before the Monday meeting. Visit https://v3.boardbook.org/Public/PublicHome. aspx?ak=1001108

Masonic Lodge hosts open house, child ID program

Sy Harrison Masonic Lodge #70, 200 E. Rancho Road, would like to invite the public to an open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, March 21. This activity is to introduce Freemasonry to the general public and give anyone who wishes an opportunity to ask questions about the fraternity in general and our lodge in particular. We will offer a tour to the lodge to anyone who attends. We will also be offering our Child Identification Program. This program is an Amber Alert Compatible CD and the product created for the family is to aid the parents and law enforcement if a child is missing. Photos, a video, medical information and fingerprints are provided to the parent or guardian. Nothing but a permission slip is kept by the lodge and the service is free. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, call the lodge secretary, Bill Herzig, at (928) 474-1305 or (928) 951-2662.

Payson since 1994. Anyone interested in volunteering can stop by and pick up a volunteer application at The Nook, located at 408 W. Main St. Hours are 9 a.m. t o 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. All donations made to The Nook are tax deductible and are accepted anytime during business hours.

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Regular ballroom dancing is coming to Payson with Hawkeye’s Ballroom Dance Party at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 21 at The Center (the Payson Senior Center), 514 W. Main St. Music will be provided by The Mathews Swing Band of Payson and include songs for foxtrots, waltzes, swing, Latin, polka and pattern dances. The cost is $5 per person and those attending may bring snacks, but no alcohol. About 50 people attended a recent trial run of the fun. Hawkeye’s Ballroom Dance Party is planned for the first and third Saturdays of each month.

Blood drives

Two blood drives are planned in the Rim Country in the near future. Residents in Pine and Strawberry can donate blood from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday, March 24 at the First Baptist Church of Pine gym, 4039 N. Highway 87. A second blood drive is planned from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday, April 27 at the Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane in Payson. To make an appointment to Find the Hero in You, call 1-877-UBS-HERO (1-877827-4376) or visit www.BloodHero.com (enter your city or zip code).

Latex paint disposal event

The Buckhead Mesa Landfill will coordinate a latex paint recycle day on Saturday, March 28 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. for Gila County residents. Bring in leftover latex paint for disposal or recycling to the Gila County landfill. All unusable paint will be properly disposed of and the good paint will be bulked and distributed. Please read paint can carefully; only latex paint will be accepted at this event. To dispose of other painting supplies: pop the lid and let oil paints and varnishes dry to a hard substance, as a solid they may be disposed of in small quantities with your household trash. Adding kitty litter will advance the drying.

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GCC summer semester registration starts March 23

Registration for summer semester begins March 23 at Gila Community College. Classes begin May 26 and run through June 20. The schedule is available online or at the administrative offices of all GCC campuses.

Lenten season services Holy Nativity Catholic Church Lenten Bible study: Gospel of St. Mark on Monday afternoons at 4 p.m. through April 6, 1414 N. Easy St.

Mount Cross Lutheran Church The congregation of Mount Cross Lutheran Church invites Rim Country residents to attend mid-week Lenten services during the month of March. Services are held at 6 p.m., each Wednesday, with a supper preceding the service at 5 p.m. Mount Cross is located at 601 E. Highway 260 (across from Tiny’s Restaurant). The suppers are held in the log building on the southeast corner of the campus; the services are held in the newly built sanctuary. After the service, Pastor Ken holds an “Inquiry Class” at 6:30 p.m. in the Ponderosa Room (which can be found to the left of the main doors). Everyone in the community is welcome to attend all or any of the mid-week activities. For more information, call the church office at (928) 474-2552.

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The Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country is inviting Rim residents and visitors to get some “Grease.” The group is using the musical “Grease” as the theme of its 20th Annual Kiwanis Auction for Youth. The event is the club’s biggest fundraiser and is Saturday, April 11 at the Mazatzal Casino banquet hall. Individual tickets are $65 person, or a table for eight can be purchased for $475. Doors open at 5 p.m. for happy hour and music, with dinner served at 6 p.m. To make an auction donation and have it picked up, call Bobby Davis at (928) 9784323. To sponsor, contact Michael Clark, past president, at (602) 510-9431 or via email to clarkmb2@gmail.com. Patronship contributions are tax deductible, as are tickets and other donations for the auction.

Volunteers with AARP Tax Aide will prepare tax returns for those with low to moderate incomes through Wednesday, April 14 at the Payson Elks Lodge, 1206 N. Beeline Highway, on Airport Road, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Mondays and from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays. The service is free, but is only for basic personal income tax returns.

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Payson United Methodist Church is continuing a Lenten Bible study of Jesus’ “I Am” statements each Thursday through March 26. The study is taking place at the Pizza Factory from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. All are invited to join the congregation in this interesting and meaningful Bible study. The Pizza Factory is located in the Bashas’ Shopping Center.

Rock of Ages Lutheran Church Rock of Ages Lutheran Church, 204 W. Airport Road, will have a soup and dessert supper at 6 p.m. and Lenten services at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. For more information, call Pastor Sweet at 474-2098.

St. Philip’s St. Philip the Apostle Parish, 511 S. St. Philip St., invites you to join the congregation in the praying of the Stations of the Cross at 5 p.m. in the church every Friday throughout Lent. Spanish Stations of the Cross begin at 7 p.m.

Shepherd of the Pines Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, will have mid-week Lenten services Wednesday evenings with a

potluck soup supper at 5 p.m. and a service at 6 p.m. The theme for the services will be “Calling Us Home.” For more information, call Pastor Steve DeSanto at (928) 474-5440 or go online to www.shepherdofthepineslutheran.com.

The Nook is just past the fire station and is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. All donations are tax deductible and all proceeds benefit New Beginnings Pregnancy and Parenting Center.

Holy Week services

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Area churches planning special services for Holy Week — Palm Sunday, March 29 through Easter Sunday, March 5 — should submit the information no later than 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 25 to tmcquerrey@ payson.com and copied to editor@payson. com. The submission should include the name of the church, address, contact number and/or email, the name of the services, the time and day of the services.

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MHA offers health career scholarships

Mogollon Health Alliance is now accepting applications for its Human Health Career Scholarships. These scholarships are given to applicants residing in northern Gila County and who are pursuing careers in various health care fields. Awards will be given at the discretion of the MHA Auxiliary Scholarship Committee. Applications and information may be obtained from the MHA office at 308 E. Aero Drive, (928) 472-2588. Applications are also available at the following locations: Gila Community College, Payson High School, Payson Center for Success, and the Payson Roundup. Those interested can also download them at the website by visiting www.mogollonhealthalliance.com. The deadline for application submissions for the fall semester is Tuesday, March 31. For more information, call (928) 472-2588.

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Winter clothing clearance sale

The Nook, 408 W. Main St., is offering 50 percent off all winter clothes, including coats, jackets, sweaters and long sleeve blouses and long sleeve shirts. And there is one table of clothes that are just $1 per bag.

Community members have two opportunities to learn about sex trafficking Wednesday, April 1 at Mount Cross Lutheran Church, 601 E. Highway 260. The presentations are free to the public. The first is designed for senior citizens and grandparents and is at 9:30 a.m. in the Mount Cross log building. The second, at 5 p.m., will target all community members, especially preteens, teens and their parents. For more information, contact Mount Cross Lutheran Church, 474-2552, or Jodi Lorenz, Jodi.lorenz@pusd.com.

Got books? Rim Country Literacy Program is collecting books. They may be dropped off at any time at the RCLP office, 103 E. Aero #D, located behind the Pinon Café. There is an outside bin on the porch. No encyclopedias, please. Call (928) 468-7257 for more information. The RCLP office is open from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday.

There’s always something happening at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino, located on Highway 87 at milepost 251. For more information, call 1-800-777-PLAY (7529). • Hogs Gone Off-Roading Ranger & RZR Giveaway: Earn tickets through May 2. Two Grand Prize Drawings. Drawings are May 1 and May 1 starting at 6 p.m. $11K cash prizes on drawing nights! • Slots Happy Hour: Earn 3x-10x bonus points every Monday-Wednesday, 7 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. • Bingo Matinee Dream Catcher Special: Buy a Dream Catcher Pack and get a Regular Pack free! • Oriental Buffet March 25 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Cedar Ridge Restaurant. • Service Industry Night: Let us serve you! March 31 from 7-10 p.m. Win up to $500 Cash! Earn 10 base points and receive $10 Maz Cash! (Valid service industry I.D. required.)

During March the Library Friends of Payson Bookstore is offering a 2-for-1 special on books about gardening, home decorating, home repair and cooking. This is a great opportunity to spruce up your garden or home and update your recipe file just in time for spring. As always, the second item must be of equal or lesser value than the first. The special on romance paperbacks at 10 for $1 continues through the month as well. The LFOP Bookstore is located to the right of the circulation desk just inside the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road.

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Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, will not have Family Movie Nights in March and part of April. Movie nights will resume on April 17 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Pastor DeSanto at (928) 474-5440.

Military Honor Guard needs volunteers

The Payson Military Honor Guard needs volunteers to help serve the greater Payson area. Families that have lost a military veteran are entitled to military funeral honors and the Payson Military Honor Guard provides this service. To learn more, contact Kim Riley at (928) 595-1016 or Bud Huffman at (928) 474-4392.

Volunteers needed

The Nook New and Resale Shop is in need of volunteers. All proceeds from The Nook go to support New Beginnings Pregnancy and Parenting Center, which has been serving

Passport on a Plate

Children are invited to become world travelers at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road. They will join fellow travelers and “visit” one country on each of the seven continents through stories, crafts, games and traditional ethnic snacks. The program is at 2 p.m., April 4 and May 16; and at 11 a.m., April 25. Reservations are required. Call the library at (928) 474-9260.

Pine Child Find

The Pine Strawberry Elementary School District will have its annual Child Find activities for all 3- and 4-year-olds the second Tuesday of each month during the school year. Child Find is a state-mandated program to identify children who may require services to address a potential disability in learning, speech, vision, hearing, physical growth or some other possible developmental delay. The district will conduct the screenings by appointment. Special arrangements may be made for alternate days. To schedule a preschool screening or for more information, call the Pine Strawberry Elementary School at (928) 476-3283.

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Friday • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • American Legion Fish Fry: Noon-8 p.m., American Legion • TCCA presents Live from Nashville: 7 p.m., Payson High School auditorium, $35 single admission, if available

• Pine Library: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • Sy Harrison Masonic Lodge #70 Open House, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 200 E. Rancho Road • Hawkeye’s Ballroom Dance Party: 6:30 p.m., Senior Center, $5 per person,bring snacks, but no alcohol

• Rim Country Museum: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Pine Community Center • Bingo: 1 p.m., Elks Lodge, open to the public

• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy.

• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Blood drive: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Pine First Baptist Church • Payson Area Habitat for Humanity open enrollment meeting: 6 p.m., ReStore, 425 N. Beeline Hwy.

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Looking ahead March 28 • Dispose of latex paint for free at Buckhead Mesa Landfill, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 11 • Kiwanis Auction for Youth, 5 p.m. at Mazatzal Hotel & Casino, $65 per person, $475 for table for eight, call (928) 978-4323

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• March 21, 1804: French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte enacts a new legal framework for France, known as the “Napoleonic Code.” The Code strengthened the authority of men over their families, deprived women of any individual rights and reduced the rights of illegitimate children. • March 20, 1861: President Abraham Lincoln’s youngest sons, Willie and Tad, are diagnosed with the measles. The boys recovered, but in 1862, Willie died from typhoid fever. Tad died at age 18 in 1871. Lincoln’s second son, Eddie, died before his fourth birthday. Only the first born, Robert, lived to an advanced age; he passed away in 1926 at age 82. • March 19, 1953: The movie world’s most prestigious honors, the Academy Awards, are telecast for the first time, on NBC. Previously, audiences at home could only listen on the radio. The sealed envelope system began 12 years earlier after a newspaper printed the results prematurely.

e hope Gila County finally stands ready to protect the public — and at least mitigate the lopsided spending patterns that have ripped off Rim Country for years. The board of supervisors took the first step when it finally seized a golden opportunity to expand facilities at a bargain basement price when it bought the NAPA auto parts store near the county complex. Now, we’re hoping the supervisors will follow through and invest enough money and thought to fashion a longer-range solution to the critical need for more space for county courts and prosecutors. We’re worried at the slow, even halting pace of the effort — but trust we can take county officials at their word when they say they’ll finally provide adequate facilities in North County — which not only has a majority of the county’s population but provides the lion’s share if its tax revenues. For starters, that means not trying to cram the Justice Court and the Superior Court facilities into the same building. Beyond that, it means providing extra money as necessary to ensure a remodel that won’t leave the courts, sheriff, prosecutors and other county staff scrounging for more space the moment the paint dries. The facility upgrade should at minimum finally allow the Superior Court to hold major jury trials in Payson. Currently, Rim Country residents must drive to Globe and squander time and effort to serve on a jury — or even sit in the pool as a potential juror. When it comes time for a trial, Rim Country jurors must spend days away from home and Payson police officers must waste hours driving back and forth to Globe. Equally important, the current facilities lack the space and the facilities to keep the courtrooms, judges, witnesses and victims of crimes secure in the course of a trial. We’re lucky that we haven’t suffered some unspeakable tragedy so far, considering the volatile nature of the grave issues decided in these courtrooms. The county has short-changed Rim Country long enough, focusing most of its spending and facilities on the Globe area while making do with completely inadequate facilities here in Payson. Now, maybe that made sense when the bulk of the population lived in the south. But after years of a faster growth rate in the north, both the bulk of the population and the great preponderance of the county revenue comes from the north. It’s time to end the blatant discrimination. It’s time to protect the public.

Best students need help

e’re delighted that Superintendent Greg Wyman has a plan to provide more advanced classes for our best and brightest students. We’re dismayed that it’s taken so long. Payson students have paid a price for four years of budget cuts and confusion. The state Legislature inflicted most of those blows, with relentless reductions — some of them blatantly illegal. But other wounds have proven self-inflicted, particularly the two years of dissension, confusion and conflict caused by the school board’s selection of a superintendent who lasted barely a year. But that’s old news. We only raise the issue now because in that period the district’s once-promising Science Engineering and Technology (STEM) program withered and died. We lost some of our best and brightest teachers. And advanced placement courses dwindled. Fortunately, Wyman has brought a new energy to the district. We hope he’ll make providing advanced courses for the best students a top priority, with the full support of the board. The plan for expanding advanced placement offerings represents a good starting point, although seemingly lacking in urgency. Wyman noted that the district faces challenges in recruiting teachers with the certification to teach the AP courses — and doesn’t have a large enough pool of students to fill the classes. But that just means the district must recruit and retain the right teachers — and remove barriers to student enrollment in those classes. He proposes a number of work-arounds, including coordination with Gila Community College, making better use of the summer session, use of online options and rotating classes. All good ideas. But we would like to see the district make a more clearcut commitment to its best students. Just because they’re getting As and not making trouble doesn’t mean we should neglect them. It shouldn’t take a lawsuit and court orders to make them a priority, although that worked for special education students and other groups. Those students can now rightly claim the services they need, even if it costs extra and requires small classes. So we’re glad Superintendent Wyman is thinking outside the box. Now we hope the school board will unlock the box and make it clear that programs like STEM and advanced placement rank among the district’s top priorities.

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pany will have to make to protect the priceless cultural, historical, Native American, riparian, recreational and environmental values at stake here? BHP and Rio Tinto, which are foreign mining compaEditor: nies, have horrendous environmental and human rights Climate change is about a sustainable future for us all. records at their third world mine sites but also at their I believe Congress has a moral obligation to join so U.S. and other non-third world mining properties. many others in protecting our earth for present and Oak Flat was protected by President Dwight future generations. Leaders in the military, corporate, Eisenhower and later reaffirmed by President Richard and agricultural sectors also believe we must address Nixon. And along came Senator John McCain who ran climate change. for the U.S. presidency and lost the election! In return, he I don’t want the partisan politics of today to dam- helps these two foreign mining companies, that associate age the lives of my future children and our community with Iran and Iraq, to build a mine on U.S. soil, on land beyond repair. Congress must acknowledge the science holy and sacred to our Apaches! and realities of climate change so they can begin to craft Now, who will monitor the mine when it destroys the bipartisan, national solutions. critical groundwater aquifer vital to maintaining plant Our members of Congress have a responsibility to and animal life of the priceless Ga’an Canyon riparian work across party lines to find solutions to climate wetlands and culturally significant area? change now. Once the mine contaminates the water, it will destroy I strongly support legislation like the PREPARE Act the plant and animal life and citizens in Arizona that and the Portman-Shaheen energy efficiency bill. includes our Apache people! The Friends Committee on National Legislation has Tina Mull more information at: www.fcnl.org/calltoconscience San Carlos, Ariz. Marc Chatow

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Obama lies Editor: Obama’s lies are moving again. Obama states again that it is his purpose to encourage his administration to be very transparent. My question — If so, why does he not be the same? The White House is now overflowing with too much horse pucky; and that goes for Hillary also. Ed Welge

Lack of oversight wrong Editor: My name is Tina Mull. I am the granddaughter of Marvin Mull, Sr., our former tribal chairman and my father is Marvin Mull, Jr., our former vice-chairman of the San Carlos Apache Tribe. As a youth, I remember my late grandfather who always talked to us about standing up for our Apache people and protecting what belongs to us as Apaches. This includes our water, our land, our natural resources and our identity as being Apaches. This is why I am speaking out against what is happening to us as Apaches and many of you don’t know the real story. The Southeast Arizona Land Exchange Bill that was passed last December 2014 sabotages one of the most important and basic environmental and cultural protection laws in the U.S., which is the National Environmental Policy Act. Under NEPA law, the public would have been able to comment and obtain information from the U.S. Forest Service about the significant environmental, cultural and human rights impacts and harms caused by this mine (Resolution Copper). Exempting the mine’s structure and plan of operation from NEPA is like taking away the Magna Carta or being exempt from the U.S. Constitution or taking away the Bill of Rights. The USFS should be required by federal law to describe all of the potential impacts and harms of this mine to the land, water and air pollution and human and cultural and historical harms in the so-called Environmental Impact Statement. Where is the review of what efforts the mining com-

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Editor: For young people considering the teaching profession, I imagine a major deterrent is the ever-rising costs of the undergraduate (and graduate) education they’ll need to become a teacher to begin with. If I’m a student looking to take on a heaping pile of college loan debt, do I choose a career that will then pay me a starting salary of $32,000/year on average (in Arizona)? Maybe I do, but maybe I don’t. Or, maybe I do, but I move to a place that can pay me more starting out (and in the long-term too), and likely that place is a city. It’s tough! Rural communities need great educators, but this article shows how difficult it is to attract new, talented teachers into these areas, and into the profession to begin with. As an aside, I was interested to read that Payson School District Superintendent Greg Wyman’s experience has been that people “... prefer to stay close to where they grew up.” I wonder if this is the case with Payson’s college-educated young people? In my experience, those of us who graduated PHS and went on to college, well, the majority of us never went back to Payson for the lack of career opportunities there. If you encourage Payson students to go onto college in the hopes that they will return to work in the community, the community must create adequate jobs — jobs with opportunities for upward mobility and that offer competitive salaries. Could these jobs be teaching positions? Yes, but the state must prioritize education and better fund public education, thus enabling school districts to be able to pay teachers what they deserve. I’m starting to go down the rabbit hole on this, but obviously one can see that lack of teachers is a problem with a number of complicated and compounding layers. Great article about an important topic! Lisa Jackson

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Help for the best and brightest Payson schools struggle to provide advanced classes

subjects taught at Gila Community College or in online settings. “However, the implementation of these core strategies will be impacted by the state budget and the teacher shortage,” Wyman wrote in an “action plan” to the board. Parents have to pay hefty test-taking fees for the AP courses that ask students by Pete Aleshire to do college-level work. If students get a roundup editor high enough score on a rigorous final exam, Payson schools were already struggling they can usually get college credits for the to provide advanced courses for its hardest courses, which sometimes lets them skip working students when the budget blows introductory courses and even earn a coland teacher shortages hit. lege degree more quickly. Now, the district’s once-promMoreover, many of the most ising STEM (science, technology, selective colleges now put great engineering and mathematics) weight on whether students have program has dwindled and it has taken a lot of AP courses. Larger trouble finding enough students urban schools usually offer a full and teachers to offer a full array of curriculum in these advanced advanced placement courses. courses. That can put students But at least Superintendent from rural school districts at a disGreg Wyman has a plan — providtinct disadvantage when it comes ing he can find enough qualified to getting into college and preparGreg Wyman teachers and enough students to ing for college-level work. fill the classes. However, Payson schools have struggled Recently, Wyman presented that plan to to provide a broad range of such advanced the school board, in response to an earlier classes, leaving its brightest, hardest-workdirective from the board that made providing students struggling to compete for coling rigorous, challenging courses one of the lege admissions with districts that maintain board’s key goals. a full schedule of advanced classes. Wyman told the board that the district Currently, the district has teachers certidoesn’t have enough teachers certified to fied to teach AP courses in language, literateach the full array of AP courses — and ture, U.S. history, chemistry, physics, biolonot enough students to fill each class even gy, calculus and statistics. It lacks qualified if they did. teachers in art, U.S. government and music So instead of offering the full range of theory, since band director Sergio Beraun courses every semester, the plan calls for has decided not to return next year. rotating the classes so that in three years “It is anticipated that not all AP courses of high school a student has the opportunity will be offered every year,” said Wyman. to take the full range. Moreover, Wyman “Currently, there are not enough students said the district will focus on finding ways interested in taking all the AP courses to for students to dual-enroll in AP classes in support offering them every year.”

The district’s six-period day imposed in response to state pressure to lengthen each class period also creates problems, especially for the more advanced students eager to participate in extracurricular activities such as band, drama and sports. Wyman said that the district also wants to find more teachers with master’s degrees in their subject area, which would allow them to teach a class that enrolled both high school students and Gila Community College students. That strategy played a key role in enabling the district to offer calculus, for which it relied on a GCC teacher. “This is a long-term strategy because many teachers do not have a master’s degree. The district will explore the development of a program to help the staff with the expense of acquiring a master’s degree.” However, the district has also faced increased problems finding teachers at all — especially in high-demand fields like math and science. Other strategies in Wyman’s action plan included: • Developing “blended learning” classes that rely on “highly qualified” teachers to deliver a portion of the class over the Internet, with backup classes and sessions. • Developing ways for students to take advanced classes during the summer they couldn’t fit into their schedule during the regular school year. Currently, most of the summer school programs focus on helping students who flunked a required class during the school year or need extra help in core academic areas. • Allowing advanced middle school students to start taking high school classes. This might allow a middle school student to take algebra ahead of time, so that they have time to take calculus or trigonometry before they graduate high school.

PAHH taking applications for 3BR, 2BA condo The Payson Habitat for Humanity program has a three-bedroom, two-bath home available at its Longhorn Village Condominiums. It will have an open enrollment meeting at 6 p.m., Tuesday, March 24 at the ReStore building, 425 N. Beeline Highway. Anyone interested should fill out a pre-screening application at the administrative offices inside the ReStore or through the PAHH website at www.paysonhabitat.org. Criteria include level of need, ability to pay and willingness to partner. The applicant’s current living situation and

whether they have the means to qualify for a home with a traditional mortgage lender will be considered. Does a majority of the applicant’s income go toward housing? Is the applicant’s housing substandard or temporary? Applicants who qualify based on their ability to pay will also receive a home-visit to further evaluate their living conditions. Habitat considers each applicant’s income, verified employment history, ability to pay a monthly mortgage payment, with no bankruptcy pending or discharged within the last 24 months.

Each applicant must complete a minimum of 300 “sweat equity” hours, either by volunteering at the construction site of their future home or one of their neighbors’ homes, by working at the ReStore, by working in the Habitat office or by serving at another community endeavor. The homeowners must also complete homeowner education classes and workshops designed to help families prepare for home ownership and manage their finances. Get more information online at www. paysonhabitat.org.

Grease is the word at Kiwanis Auction for Youth by

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The Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country is inviting Rim residents and visitors to get some “Grease.” The group is using the musical “Grease” as the theme of its 20th Annual Kiwanis Auction for Youth. The event is the club’s biggest fundraiser and this year it will be held Saturday, April 11 at the Mazatzal Casino banquet hall. Individual tickets cost $65 person, or $475 for a table of eight. Doors open at 5 p.m. for happy hour and music, with dinner served at 6 p.m. The evening’s menu includes prime rib, baked ziti with chicken, a salad, vegetable

medley, rolls and butter, tuxedo cake and ice cream sundaes, a chocolate fountain and coffee, iced tea and water. The evening will include both live and silent auctions, a 50-50 raffle and games: contests in hand jive, hula-hoop and twist. Costumes reflecting the theme are encouraged. Among the donations already collected for the auctions: a barbecue grill with utensils; a handmade “Harley” kids rocker; handmade furniture imported from Hawaii; jewelry; a week’s trip to a Tahoe condo for two. Members are still accepting auction items. To make a donation and have it picked up or to get tickets, call Bobby Davis at (928) 9784323. Proceeds will fund Rim Country youth

activities and scholarships sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country Charitable Foundation. Davis said each year the event raises between $19,000 and $23,000. Levels of sponsorship are: Elite Patron, $1,000; Grand Patron, $750; Royal Patron, $500; and Stellar Patron, $250. Sponsorships may be in cash, merchandise or service. To learn more, contact Michael Clark, past president, at (602) 510-9431 or via email to clarkmb2@gmail.com. Patronship contributions are tax deductible, as are tickets and other donations for the auction. Kiwanis International is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and the local chapter started in 1982.

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“I was a little concerned about the amount of lighting being put in the dirt parking lot,” said McCreary. “To do that you must change the light fixtures — we’re looking at $30,000. I’m opposed to (putting lights in) the dirt parking lot.” McCreary, who resides in the southern part of the county, thought the lot was simply spillover for students. Butterfield clarified that the lot only served staff. If students park in the lot, they are towed, she said. Board member Jay Spehar argued that adding the lights now would save money on engineering if paving the lot is a future plan. “I agree with member McCreary, safety is the top issue,” he said.

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Then Padilla realized the cost would be not $8,000 per light, but $5,000. After John Zilisch walked the parking lot with Butterfield and reported where the lights would go would not require re-engineering at a future date, the board voted to approve putting in lights pending a price clarification.

Payson Special Olympics fields first 5 on 5 team The weekend of Feb. 20-21 turned into a highly emotional basketball tournament for 17 Special Olympics athletes. For the first year Payson trained a 5 on 5 team. The “Longhorns”: Reed Hunt, Larry Graham, Danny Kelly, Adriana Barnes, Gary Bonn, David Frohme, Todd Orr and Nick Gardner found themselves facing fierce competition at Higley High School in Gilbert. After four games they received a fourth-place ribbon in their division. Payson’s three-year teams of 3 on 3 played against each other in the final round. Payson Beeliners: John Sexton, Tiffany Slayman, Lindsey Brewer and Tomacina Quain came away with a gold medal around their necks. The silver medal was won by “RimBound”: Brandon Nicholson, Fred Berkheimer, Melissa Ells worth and Jenna Palandri. The previous weekend the teams attended the area competition at Embry–Riddle Aero nautical University in Prescott. The teams have practiced weekly since November at Tonto Apache Recreation Gym coached by Albert Hunt, Mike McCannon,

Searching for missing fish Want a progress report on where the missing trout are? Lorraine D. Avenetti, Arizona Game and Fish Department, Research Branch, wildlife technician will provide a preliminary report to the Payson Flycasters and Gila Trout Unlimited Chapter 530 at their monthly meeting at 9 a.m., Saturday, March 28 at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260. In some streams, many of the AGFD stocked trout are unaccounted for. AGFD wants to know where they are going and has instituted a major study to evaluate the fate of stocked Apache and rainbow trout using radio tagging. Streams involved in the study are East Verde River, Tonto and Canyon creeks and up in the White Mountains, East Fork Black River, Little Colorado River (Greer and Sheep’s Crossing), and Silver Creek. The trout detectives are working diligently to discover the fate

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John Mahoney and Darcee Svir. In the Individual Skills competition held on Saturday, 11 athletes attended earning points in Target Pass, Spot Shot and 10-Meter Dribble. Julie Worley, Alan May, Carl Davis, Mark Coolige, Logan Wright, Liam Ingram, Ruthie Hodges, Kobi Smith, Johnny Varner, Carment Brown and Emilio Hipolito also earned medals for their talents. Lisa Moffitt and Diane Mullaly have coached them along with other volunteers throughout the season. A total of 25 athletes attended the local area meet and weekly practices. Basketball season is over, but Special Olympics offers yearround sports training. A snowshoeing competition was held March 14 in Flagstaff. Track and field season has begun at Payson High School from 2-3 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Volunteers are the backbone of Special Olympics and always welcome. If interested in track, show up, or call Ruby Lane at 595-2206 or Becky Derwort at 474-9142. Skill, Courage, Hope and Joy are words these athletes live by on a daily basis.

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of stocked trout in the streams in Arizona. Angler catch rates are largely driven by the number of fish in the stream at any given time, which is often supported by hatchery supplementation. But where they go after stocking remains a mystery. Researchers are investigating three possible fates of their stocked trout. Some may die through natural mortality (poor water quality, low oxygen, lack of food, bird or mammal predation), others through fishing mortality (they are harvested or caught and released and later die due to hooking mortality), and others may simply move out of their stocking locations. Researchers will be conducting a variety of surveys both on the fish and the anglers through angler interviews. The study is to run through 2016 and in the end researchers hope to optimize stocking strategies to maximize angler catch rates.

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The Gila Community College board debated the cost and safety issues to add lights to the Payson campus staff parking lot at its March 12 meeting — finally approving the additional lighting — pending a clarification of the cost. “The reason we pursued a change order on both Payson and Globe (was because) it would save the district the money for engineering,” said Senior Dean Stephen Cullen. With the installment of solar panels in its parking lots at both the Globe and Payson campuses, the college found it had to change the lighting in all of the parking lots. In addition, the college will upgrade the parking lot lights

to LED lights and add electrical lines. In Payson, Dean Pam Butterfield requested lights in the dirt staff parking lot for safety reasons. Currently the lot only has light from floodlights mounted on the administration building. If any instructors park farther away from the lights, they face a long, dark walk on uneven ground back to their cars. Butterfield feared for her staff’s safety. Frank Padilla, part of the construction crew installing the lights, presented a change order in the cost of lights to include lights that fit with the Payson campus as well as the staff lighting prompting board member Gerald McCreary to protest the cost.

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BUSINESS

Rim Country sales, tourism, construction surge Real estate, leasing sector improving by

Overall retail sales rose by 10 percent, compared to the same month a year ago. Most of that came in the “retail trade” category – which accounts for about half of the total monthly sales of $627,000. Some sectors showed even more impressive gains. For instance, construction sales jumped a whopping 182 percent to $75,000. Restaurant and bar sales rose 32 percent and hotels and motels by 15 percent. The long struggling real estate and leasing sector rose 12 percent. So rounding into 2015, the tourist, real estate and construction sectors all seemed poised to resume setting the pace for the region’s economy. Statewide and nationally, the jobs picture continued to improve, with a slow, steady decline in the unemployment rate. The unemployment figures broken down by county lag behind the statewide and national figures. The December unemployment figures showed Gila County’s rate at 8.2 percent – unchanged from November and up from October’s

Pete Aleshire

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Rim Country’s economy showed renewed signs of life in February, according to the latest Payson budget tracking report. Sales rebounded in February rising by 6 percent over the same period a year previously, after having stalled for two months. The figures showed Rim Country once again performing better than the statewide average, where sales rose by about 4 percent over the same period last year. The figures in the key construction sector looked even better, with a 38 percent jump in building permit revenues to $168,000 for the year. Planning fees for projects still in the pipeline rose by 7 percent to $85,000. Figures by category also showed marked improvements based on figures from January.

7.7 percent. Still, the county’s unemployment rate has declined from its recession peak of 13.4 percent in January of 2010. Still, it has a long way to go before returning to the low of 3.4 percent in May of 2007. Gila County’s unemployment rate in January remained well above the state average of 6.6 or the national rate of 5.7, according to the US Department of Labor Statistics. The encouraging decline in unemployment in the past two years does have its dark side – a decline in the number of people in the workforce. For instance, Arizona in January had 3.1 million workers, which has finally restored the state’s economy to the number of jobs it had in February of 2010. Unfortunately, Gila County wages also remain much worse than the state or national averages. The nearly 15,000 Gila County residents with jobs make an average of $738 weekly, according to federal statistics. That compares to an average weekly wage of $940 nation-wide and $888 statewide. That means the average Gila County

resident makes 17 percent less than the average worker statewide and about 23 percent less than the average worker nationally.

Only a few counties in Arizona have a lower average wages than Gila County, most of them rural counties along the Colorado River.

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A new radio station is now broadcasting in the Rim Country — 99.7 FM KPJM-LP. The format includes intriguing contemporary pop music that caught the attention of DJ Pammy. But this radio station isn’t all about the music — it’s got a message too. “It provides an anti-addiction and anti-violence message,” said Michael Day, the station’s broadcast engineer. On the station’s website, http:// www.kpjm-fm.com, the mission sits front and center. “Our mission with this new radio station is to provide anti-addiction and anti-violence education to help keep our community from entering into destructive behaviors, and to also help those who are caught in those traps and trying to find a way to get out.” Day said DJ Pammy provided the vision, and the call letters which stand for Koltyn, DJ Pammy’s son; Pamela, her name; Jerzy, her daughter; and Michael, the broadcast engineer. Both the mission and call letters found support from the non-profit organization, Payson Helping Payson. In fact, Payson Helping Payson holds the license to the radio station. “He (Day) told me one day there was a broadcast license available, but you had to be a 501(c)3 in order to apply for the license,” said John Zilisch, a Payson Helping Payson board member. Zilisch said pitching the idea of the radio station to the board proved easy. “We had 100 percent support from the board,” he said. “I went

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to our board and said, ‘Since day one we have had trouble getting our message out — and it’s not just Payson Helping Payson, but Time Out and the Humane Society, you can go right on down the list.’” Now 99.7 FM KPJM-LP does public service announcements daily. Zilisch and Day have known each other for years. With Day’s background and Zilisch’s connec-

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tions, the two decided to launch the radio station. Day has worked in communications since 1974. Besides the radio station, he also runs a wireless and Internet service in town. But the radio station must run as a non-profit. The format is the same as National Public Radio — companies may sponsor the station, but not directly advertise. “A public broadcast station operates under different rules,”

said Zilisch. “We open it up for everybody. Businesses can sponsor the station, but we also have free public service announcements.” Zilisch said the mission of 99.7 FM KPJM-LP dovetails into the mission of Payson Helping Payson, “To provide assistance to those individuals or families who find their lives in a ‘state of crisis’ or in an emergency situation critical to personal health or safety.”

Michael Day and DJ Pammy provided the vision for the new radio station which found support from the non-profit organization Payson Helping Payson. (http://paysonhelpingpayson.org) He said so many crises evolve because of drug addiction and violence. “Everyone knows Payson has a drug problem,” Zilisch said. “Maybe it’s not in our mission statement, but there are messages every day (on 99.7 FM KPJMLP) saying it starts early, it starts quiet and then it grows.”

Zilisch said the format for the station only plays PG-rated songs to appeal to families. Day said listeners span the ages from 8 to 80. Zilisch and Day hope more Rim Country residents tune in and support getting the message out. For more information, contact KPJM at (928) 468-5756 or email: kpjmfm@gmail.com.

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Main St., suite A. In addition to serving as a financial adviser, Hage is a regional leader with the firm, working with nearly 80 branches teams throughout northern Arizona and the Phoenix area. He is also active in the community and is a past president of Payson Habitat for Humanity and the local affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters.

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Music and wellness forum on tap I got the eye of the tiger, A fighter, dancing through the fire, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;cause I am a champion and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gonna hear me roar. Louder, louder than a lion, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;cause I am a champion and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gonna hear me roar. These contemporary promoting-strengthin-women, pop-rock lyrics will surely be ringing loud and clear this Saturday when the Mogollon Health Alliance presents its annual Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wellness Forum from 8 a.m. to mid-afternoon at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino. Local health, nutrition and wellness experts and advocates Dr. Cynthia Booth, Dee McCaffrey and Casandra Stouder will address nearly 200 area women in the morning sessions, to be followed in the afternoon by nationally renowned motivational speaker, Diana Jordan, who will give her talk on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stressed? Laughter is the Best Medicine.â&#x20AC;? I had the pleasure to talk this past week Contributed photo with Payson resident, Peggy Malecha, who has attended every Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wellness Forum Diana Jordan is the keynote speaker since she moved to the Rim Country. at the Saturday, March 21 Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I moved to Payson in 2003, I was Wellness Forum at the Mazatzal Hotel a& looking for things to do and become involved Casino. Registration is at 8 a.m. and the with in the community. And since Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always program concludes at 1:30 p.m. been interested in womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issues, when I saw the notice in the Roundup that a wom- before settling in Santa Barbara. enâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s forum was being held, I jumped at the Growing up, this artist attended religious opportunity at attend,â&#x20AC;? Peggy said. schools and camps, including Paradise Valley There are a number of different reasons Christian School in Arizona. Her family strugthat the annual forum held here in Payson gled financially, sometimes using food stamps attracts so many attendees. and eating from the food bank intended to â&#x20AC;&#x153;For me, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a chance to hear womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feed the congregation at her parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; church. issues addressed that we sometimes donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t During her freshman year of high feel comfortable discussing with our school, she completed her General doctors, the speakers are always fun djâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music Educational Development (GED) and informative, and I just love the trivia requirements at age 15, then left vendors that come to the show,â&#x20AC;? said school to pursue a musical career. Peggy. She briefly studied Italian opera at This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s forum, with its change the Music Academy of the West in of venue and format, promises to Santa Barbara. be another great womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wellness In 2007, she got her career event. breakthrough when she wrote and released the songs â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Kissed A Girlâ&#x20AC;? This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s question (which went to No. 1) and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hot n Coldâ&#x20AC;? (peaking at No. 3). At the start of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s article, I DJ Craig Her 2010 album â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teenage Dreamâ&#x20AC;? quoted the beginning lyrics from the 2013 No. 1 hit song â&#x20AC;&#x153;Roar.â&#x20AC;? Can you name the ventured into disco, and contained the pop-rock singer who sang this chart-topping U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping singles â&#x20AC;&#x153;California Gurls,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teenage Dream,â&#x20AC;? hit single? This blue-eyed brunet was born in 1984 in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Firework,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;E.T.â&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last Friday Night Santa Barbara, Calif., to Pentecostal pastors. (T.G.I.F.)â&#x20AC;? as well as the No. 3 single â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Her parents are born-again Christians, each One That Got Away.â&#x20AC;? The album became the having turned to God after a â&#x20AC;&#x153;wild youth.â&#x20AC;? first by a female artist to produce five No. 1 From ages 3 to 11, she often moved across Billboard Hot 100 songs, and the second overthe country as her parents set up churches all after Michael Jacksonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1987 album â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bad.â&#x20AC;?

In March 2012, she released the album â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection,â&#x20AC;? which produced the chart-topping singles â&#x20AC;&#x153;Part of Meâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wide Awake.â&#x20AC;? Her most recent No. 1 hit, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dark Horse,â&#x20AC;? topped the Billboard Hot-100 chart in early 2014. Is this 30-year-old â&#x20AC;&#x153;Roarâ&#x20AC;? pop-rocker A) Lady Gaga, B) Katy Perry, C) Meghan Trainor or D) Sanja Long? Last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s question

Last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music trivia question asked if you could name the male vocal band with which Mariah Carey, the 1990s top female singer, teamed to produce the song â&#x20AC;&#x153;One Sweet Day,â&#x20AC;? a ballad that topped the charts for the better part of four months and would go on to become the song of the decade. The choices were A) New Kids On The Block, B) Backstreet Boys, C) All-4-One and D) Boyz II Men. The correct answer was Boyz II Men. Each of the other artist choices was also a top male vocal group in the 1990s. The New Kids On The Block, a teen group from Boston, scored a No. 1 hit with its 1990 hit, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Step By Step,â&#x20AC;? its third and last smash hit. The Backstreet Boys, from Orlando, had six Top-10 hits from 1997-1999, including its best-selling single â&#x20AC;&#x153;As Long As You Love Me.â&#x20AC;? All-4-One, an interracial quartet from Los Angeles, enjoyed huge success with its song-of-the-year in 1994, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Swear.â&#x20AC;? A final note

Like many others in the Rim Country, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been waiting for months with heightened anticipation for today (Friday) to finally get here. Tonight at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium, the Tonto Community Concert Association will present Matt Davenportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production â&#x20AC;&#x153;Live From Nashville,â&#x20AC;? a high energy professional extravaganza of 12 musicians (including phenomenal fiddlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;), topflight singers and fancy footwork dancers. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a country music fan, as I am, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to be in for an evening of nonstop, top-of-the-line country music entertainment, and sets from seven different decades â&#x20AC;&#x201D; from Roy Acuff, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline and Bill Monroe to the Charlie Daniels Band, the Eagles, Garth Brooks and the Judds to contemporary country music by Jason Aldean and Taylor Swift. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sure to be a knee-slappinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, hand-clappinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; night in Payson. Single concert tickets will be available at the door for $35. Season tickets will also be on sale in the lobby. See you at the concert! DJ Craig â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (928) 468-1482 Website: www.djcraiginpayson.com

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Ashley and Genny Dodson in their St. Paddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regalia. ashes and took her straight to Buckyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. They told the security fella what they were up to and when he could not tell them whether there was a machine to take a hundred dollar bet, he got management in the deal. After more explaining, the management gal led them to a machine that would accept $25 bets. They decided that was good enough and they set Melba on the stool in front of the machine. Pretty soon there was a crowd of patrons and employees gathered around. Rhonda told us that, honestly,

the first three pulls didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give them a nickel. But the fourth pull gave everybody goosebumps and sent shivers down the spines of the spectators. The fourth and last pull matched up Qâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all across the pay line. After applause and cheers, management escorted the pair, with Melba in hand, up to the cashier to cash out. They made sure to stop at that Cracker Barrel after their brief casino visit. After all, Melba was buying lunch seeing as how that last pull paid $500 â&#x20AC;Ś and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another week in the Creek.

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aroundthe rim P/S residents blessed with fire pros In awe, I watched a band of hardened Rim Country firefighters do what they do best — protect property, homes and lives. It all began mid-morning on Friday when Roundup reporter Alexis Bechman phoned to ask if I would photograph and help cover a fire that was raging in southeast Pine. Knowing Friday mornings are hectic in the newspaper office and a reporter probably couldn’t immediately be freed, I agreed to help. I arrived at the scene to see Pine Strawberry firefighters locked in a ferocious battle with an inferno that had totally destroyed an expansive lean-to shed and was spreading to the rear of the nearby home. The 20-foot flames were being fanned in several directions by wind gusts, but the firefighters, wearing turnout gear and self-contained breathing apparatus battled the inferno without giving an inch. I’d seen that gutsy determination before. In 1990 while reporting for the Roundup from the innards of the Dude Fire, I marveled at the crews’ struggle against a blaze that only a day before Max Foster photo had taken the lives of six firefighters. Not long after the Pine fire was report- Pine Strawberry firefighters, with assistance from the Payson Fire Department, ed, the Payson Fire Department was recently saved a home from a blaze started in a lean-to. called in to assist and the two agencies worked hand in hand without missing a by check payable to: Pine/Strawberry 1964, largest ever snowfall in the Rim Fuel Reduction, Inc. and mailed to P/S Country in 1967, the founding of the beat. On the scene, I found the man living Fuel Reduction, P.O. Box 67, Pine, AZ Pine Museum in 1979, the Strawberry School House dedication as a National in the burning home, Sam Scott, and 85544. Monument in 1981, Dude Fire in 1990 For more information, call (928) 970recognized him as an acquaintance I and 19 firefighters killed in fighting the 0713 or visit: www.psfuelreduction.org. knew from his days as a football coach Yarnell Fire in 2013. at Winslow High School. Timeline in Pine Timeline entries were submitted Sam said he was sleeping that morning when he heard a pounding on the The Pine Strawberry School Board by Ira Gibel, president of Take Pride, door, which turned out to be a PSWID has given permission to the Take Pride Cia French and Mel Palmer of CERCA, employee trying to warn him to Project to construct a timeline school board member Dave Prechtel get out of the house immediately. in front of the Pine/Strawberry and Historical Society members Sally rattlin’ Randall and Mary Lou Myers. “The guy said, ‘Do you know the rim Museum. Barry Hoff will perform the timeyour house is on fire?’” Scott The timeline will be similar line cement work and Roland Maier is remembered. to those in Prescott that have charged with inscriptions. Sam got out of the house still drawn unwavering support from Those wishing to help sponsor the clothed in his pajama bottoms the community and often involve and watched from a distance as school children and other vol- timeline may do so by purchasing inscribed bricks, which will be placed the firemen battled the blaze. unteers. Possibly the only good to One Prescott timeline is adjacent to the timeline. One line on a brick is $50, two lines come from the fire is that it is located in the Courthouse Plaza are $75 and three lines $100. There is a obvious to all who were there on Gurley Street and the other maximum 18 characters per line. that we in Pine and Strawberry Max Foster at the public library. Also on Take Pride’s ambitious are fortunate to have such a fine The Courthouse timeline feaagenda is securing nominations for the group of firefighters led by Chief Gary tures events from Yavapai County and group’s annual volunteer of the year Morris. the library timeline covers human histoaward. With spring and fire season approach- ry around the world from early civilizaThe citation is given each year to a ing, its imperative we all take the steps tion to the modern era. necessary to protect our two communiThe timeline to be built in Pine remains Pine Strawberry volunteer who has conties from a catastrophic wildfire. a work in progress, but thus far begins in tributed to the community. Entries may be sent to Take Pride Among the ways to help is by donating 10,000 B.C. with the Paleo Indians inhabProject, P.O. Box 1204, Pine, Ariz., 85544. to the Pine Strawberry Fuel Reduction iting Arizona and continues through the Entries should be submitted by April Committee, which is now accepting con- war in Afghanistan 2014/15 becoming the 15. tributions to help pay for the 2015 brush longest in American history. pickup program which could cost as The timeline contains some memora- Library goes hip-hop? much as $75,000. ble local events including the founding Tax deductible donations can be made of the Tonto Rim Search and Rescue in The hip-hop culture and its block

parties of the ghetto brothers are not spreading to the Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library, but staff and volunteers there are urging children to do another type of hop — “Hop on Board” by participating in a “Bunnies Galore” celebration that will continue through April 4. Children can participate by picking up bunny coloring sheets at the library and decorating them. The children may do so in the library or after taking the sheets home. When completed, the pictures will be displayed in the library and children will be given a book to take home and keep. Cook needed

The Senior Citizens Affairs Foundation, which operates the Pine Strawberry Thrift Shop and the senior dining hall, has an opening for cook’s assistant/prep cook. The job is a minimum 25 hours Monday through Friday. Applicants must have dietary knowledge, customer service skills and a food handler’s license. Duties will include preparing and maintaining the salad bar, preparing Meals on Wheels, assisting the head cook and other responsibilities as assigned. Those interested may pick up an application at the thrift shop. Farmers market?

Volunteers are needed to help organize, recruit and run a possible Friday Night Farmers Market in Pine. For more information, contact Leilah or Natalie at the Herb Stop in Pine or call (928) 476-4144. Archers shoot for Nationals

Pine Strawberry School has its sights on participating in the National Archery in Schools Championships May 11 in Louisville, Ky. But there is a price to pay other than the rigors of a long season and the stress of participating in the Arizona State Championships last week at Ben Avery range near Phoenix. Team coach Margaret Bullard estimates it will take about $600 per archer to make the trip to nationals. To cover those costs, team members are conducting a series of fundraisers, including a benefit shoot-a-thon to be held at a future date. For it, archers are asking sponsors to make pledges on the individual’s shooting accuracy. “If you wish to pledge a per point (average shooting score is 240-275) amount or a flat amount toward an archer’s shoot-a-thon effort, please call the school, (928) 476-3283,” said Bullard. In addition to the shoot-a-thon, the team is holding a benefit bake sale on April 3 in front of Safeway in Payson.

Village starting to bloom; side streets being graded I took a stroll around our streets in the Village. Hooray to house this morning and I was the the crew. surprised by all the trees that village There are so many potholes, are in bloom. It’s almost as if the traffic stops before going over blooms popped out overnight. them; so the grader is a big deal Our plum trees are showing for everyone in the Village. We beautiful white blossoms, but all say “Thanks, guys.” our apple trees are just starting More good news … the RPAP to get a little green bud on the group has opened the Blattner branches. Our lilacs are also just and the Pine brush pits. The starting to bud out. How wonBlattner, just off Highway 260 derful the sight is to my winter Janet near the divided highway, is Snyder weary eyes to see new growth. I open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to am keeping my fingers crossed 4 p.m. The Pine pit, at the beginthat frost will not wipe out the apple blos- ning of the Control Road just outside the soms when they start to bloom. Pine town limits, is open Sundays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. A special day I am writing this on St. Patrick’s Day and since my husband’s mother was born in Belfast, Ireland, we will be celebrating the day by the wearing of the “green” and eating corned beef and cabbage. One of Tonto Village’s residents is celebrating her birthday on this day. Sharon Marksbury sadly enough has to spend her big day in the hospital in Scottsdale. Everyone at the Double D, including Harvey Poyner, signed a birthday card and Harvey delivered all the good wishes to her on her special day. Gila County maintenance

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The department has hired two new firefighters: Geoff Gomez and Anthony Michelizzi. Adding Geoff to the firefighter team adds another paramedic. Both firefighters will be on duty as soon as all of their paperwork is in order. Congratulations to Geoff and Anthony. Welcome to Hellsgate. Special Olympics

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Practice time is 2 p.m. both days. Tonto Village’s own Jacquelin Karrys is a part of the Special Olympics team. Good luck to you, Jacquie. Birthdays

June Milke of Tonto Village III will celebrate her birthday on March 20. Gail Fitch of Tonto Village III, Kim Matchner of Mead Ranch and Hellsgate firefighter Perry Evans will all have their big day on March 22. Len Trujillo, also of Mead Ranch adds another year on March 25. Happy birthday, to all of you. Recuperating

Former Village resident Linda Stailey is recuperating from shoulder surgery in her new residence in Oracle, Ariz. Linda is house-bound for the time being until her shoulder heals. Linda was such an integral part of the Hellsgate Fireflies Auxiliary and the Domino Divas that she

has left a hole very hard to fill. We all wish her a speedy recovery. Linda submitted this for the Fireflies cookbook — it’s a bit unusual and nutritious. Pecan Oatmeal Pie 1, 9-inch pie crust 1 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 2/3 cup regular oats 1/2 cup chopped pecans 2 tablespoons melted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 eggs whites, lightly beaten Mix ingredients together, pour into pie shell. Bake at 325 degrees for 50 minutes or until set. The Jake saga

Jake, the neighborhood hound dog, has not been seen at dominoes in a few weeks. He has come to visit us at the fire station every Wednesday wagging his tail and howling up a storm. When he doesn’t show up, the Divas go to the door and whistle for him and some even howl hoping to get his attention and visit the ladies. From a few reports that I have heard, Jake had an altercation with another neighborhood dog. Maybe he is lying low for awhile. So for now all we can say is, “Where in the world is Jake?”

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As Bette Davis once said: ‘Getting old is not for sissies’ Today is 11 Dec 2014. I just got done writing out a stack of Christmas cards, some headed for Australia, the UK, and India, and the rest headed around the good old USA. The odd part of it is that it wore me out more than if I had gone outside and spent the same hour-and-ahalf shoveling snow. A good friend of ours used to say, “Getting old is not for sissies.” I only learned a few months ago that actress Bette Davis said that first. She was not one of my favorites when I was young; she always played the your turn part of a nasty female who was against everything and everybody. I always did my best to miss any film she played in, but she sure hit the nail on the head with her comment Tom Garrett about aging. I can verify what she said! The trouble is, there are more ifs, ands, and buts to it than there are to most things. For example, there’s the question of getting tired. I’ll be 83 by the time you read this, and as I’ve aged I have discovered that there are good kinds of tired and bad kinds of tired. At my age, getting outside and using your muscles for something may leave you tired, but it’s a good tired. You may be ready to flop into an easy chair and rest, your arms may be drooping, a couple of your muscles may be aching, but you still feel good. You feel as though you have used your body to do what it was made to do — work. That’s a good feeling. In fact, a great feeling! There was something that needed to be done, you did it, and did it right, and now you can wash up, chomp down something worth eating, lean back, relax, and feel like it was worthwhile getting up that day. The kind of tired I don’t like is the kind that comes with a job like sending out Christmas cards. Oh, the idea of letting people hear from us is good. And so is wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, saying hello, and writing a few words about how things are going. That’s all good fun. And so is smiling a sneaky smile as you do it, thinking how surprised some people may be when they find out you haven’t popped off since last Christmas. There ought to be a name for that, Johnny. Maybe we could call it: “The old folks’ annual revenge,” or “Fooled you again, didn’t we?” But all that other stuff? Buying the cards? Choosing who gets what? Writing all those addresses? Grumbling over the ones that have changed again, and are three times longer than they were last year? Writing return addresses? Licking envelopes? Sticking on all those dumb looking stamps — or worse, taking all the ones addressed to England, India and Australia to the post office, and standing in line to mail them? No thanks! That kind of stuff knocks me out. Each year I think about sending email Christmas cards, but each year I fight off the temptation. Seems like a cheap kind of solution. I suppose the day will come when it will be the way things are done. Everything else is becoming electronic, why not that? I’m in no rush to see it happen though. Anyway, there’s tired and there’s tired, though I didn’t really know it until I got old enough to feel the difference. If you are tired after you’ve used your muscles, it not only feels good, and not only includes a strong sense of satisfaction at having gotten something done, and all it takes to shed that tired feeling is a little rest. Not so with getting tired doing some boring, repetitive task that slowly grinds you down. I have yet to find an easy way to recover from that. In fact, the only way I know to get some energy back is to go do some hard work. Dumb? Maybe. But nobody said we had to get smarter as we got older.

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The Town of Star Valley is entering the fray for a $250,000 competitive grant from the Arizona Department of Transportation. Andy Smith, with the Central Arizona Governments, walked the Star Valley Town Council through the process for submitting an application by the end of the month. The town hopes to use the money to make a comprehensive study of its roads. The town wants one of ADOT’s highly competitive Planning Assistance for Rural Arizona grants, which doesn’t require local matching funds. Smith said only about 17 study grants meet with success each year. If successful, the town will work with an ADOT planner and a consultant. The ADOT planner handles all the bills and payments and the consultant does the work.

Smith said the town could get a one-year study made of its roads for about $175,000, with the money coming at the beginning of July. The study could help the town get additional grants in the future. Other business

The upcoming Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Rodeo and the August Rodeo won $2,300 from Star Valley in a 5-1 vote March 17. Vice-mayor George Binney said he will continue to oppose the donation until the Payson Rodeo Committee provides an audit to account for use of the money. Councilor Gary Coon was absent due to illness. The council also voted to spend up to $10,000 for another improvement to the B. Diane McDaniel Community Park. The property included an aviary and

the council had asked whether that would make it possible to bring birds to the park. Town manager Tim Grier said talks with the Arizona Game and Fish Department and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service revealed that a functioning aviary would require 24-hour supervision and a number of costly upgrades. Finance Administrator Chancy Nutt, suggested the converting the shaded aviary into a group ramada. Grier said with generous donations from Roy Haught, George Randall and Wapiti Painting Co., the town can build a cement slab, clean up the support structure of the aviary and reconnect it to electricity to create a nice, lighted space for large groups. Mayor Ronnie McDaniel and Grier both praised Haught and Randall for their continued support of the Payson and Star Valley communities.

C.C. Cragin Reservoir now filled to brim From page 1A

Infrastructure program. Instead, the town now plans to turn to the Arizona Water Infrastructure Finance Authority, which offers shorter-term loans and few grants. That will make the project more expensive than town officials had hoped and could force additional water rate increases. However, the rapid rise in the water level in Blue Ridge in even a dry to average year demonstrates the value of the reservoir to the region. The reservoirs on the Salt River on which the Valley critically depends are only half full, with the low levels in Roosevelt accounting for most of the deficit. Roosevelt now holds about 784,000 acre-feet, 48 percent of its capacity. The reservoirs on the Verde River are in a little better shape, holding 68 percent of capacity – compared to 58 percent at the same time a year ago, according to SRP’s daily water report. However, the two Verde River reservoirs only hold 250,000 acre-feet total – compared to Roosevelt’s 1.6 million acre-foot capacity. Despite the recent rains, on Tuesday the Salt River was flowing at about 18 percent of normal (400 cubic feet per second). Meanwhile, this week massive Lake Mead on the Colorado River stood at just 41 percent full, posing the threat of water rationing for perhaps the first time in decades. Lake Powell remained at just 45 percent full. Most of Arizona remains in moderate to severe drought, while California swelters in extreme to exceptional drought. Long-term weather forecasters say that after an abnormally wet 20th Century, rising global temperatures will likely result in longer, more severe droughts across the Southwest. One recent study based on satellite images concluded that California in 2014 had a deficit of 34 million acre-feet of snow and rainfall. Farmers in the vast Central Valley of California have been running groundwater pumps full time, causing water tables to drop and the ground surface to subside at about one foot per year. If the projections come true, many in the West may find themselves in epic water wars. Except, perhaps, in Payson with a reservoir of its own that fills up quickly even in dry years.

The flow of water will double the town’s sustainable water supply, providing a long-term water supply sufficient for a town of about 40,000. Only a handful of other towns in the whole state can make such a claim. The storms predicted this week could likely fill the reservoir to capacity. Even last week with little fresh rainfall, the reservoir rose from about 83 percent full to 90 percent full. By Thursday, it had risen to 96 percent full -- and will likely top out this weekend. SRP spokesman Jeffrey Lane in an email wrote, “thanks to the most productive winter runoff season since 2010, Salt River Project expects C.C. Cragin Reservoir (formerly Blue Ridge) to be at 100 percent of capacity by April. The reservoir is currently only 5.5 feet shy of its maximum elevation. “Last year, because of a lower-than-normal snowpack and winter runoff, the reservoir peaked at 60 percent of capacity. “During the month of April, weather permitting, SRP plans to perform routine maintenance on the pipeline, electrical system, pumps and generation system. Assuming weather conditions allow access to the Cragin facilities, SRP hopes to have all of it systems operational by May 1. Water pumping will then commence, moving approximately 1,860 acre-feet per month. At that rate, SRP expects the reservoir to Pete Aleshire/Roundup file photo reach minimum pool around the first of October.” Although Roosevelt Lake remains half empty, the C.C. Cragin The Salt River Project acquired Reservoir filled to the brim in even a middling winter. the reservoir and its 170-foottall dam from Phelps Dodge which would otherwise flow north per second out of the reservoir Corporation in February 2005, into the Little Colorado River into a 17-mile long pipeline on top of the Rim. That pipe takes the in return for rights to water for near Winslow. The water has now reached water over the Rim to Washington the mining company’s operations in eastern Arizona. The 492-foot- a depth of nearly 100 feet in the Park, generating enough power long dam captures the runoff long, winding reservoir. SRP will from the 1,000-foot drop to run all from a 71-square-mile watershed, soon begin pumping 35 cubic feet the pumps. Currently, the East Verde River is flowing about 6 cubic feet per second. Once SRP turns on the pumps and augments the East Verde with water from the reservoir its flow should increase six-fold. Payson’s still lining up financing for a pipeline. The town by Michele Nelson had hoped to get a long-term, roundup staff reporter low-interest rate loan from the The San Carlos Apache Tribe announced its plan to create the federal government, perhaps a San Carlos Apache College by August 2016 to the Gila Community third of which would not have College at its meeting on March 12. to be repaid. But budget squabGail Haouzous of the San Carlos Apache Tribe told the board the bles have stalled reauthorizatribe would use a $2.5 million grant to launch the project. The tribe tion of the federal Rural Water also plans on remaining affiliated with Eastern Arizona College. Haouzous said the tribe hopes to hire teachers from the Apache nation. O B I T U A R Y “We would like to have role models,” she said. She said the tribe hopes education would help tribal members Helen Jean Christofferson learn the skills required to start their own businesses. (1921-2015) The huge stumbling block – ongoing funding. Senior Dean Stephen Cullen said the tribe does not have the same Helen Jean step great-grandchilsource of funding as the other campuses in the Gila Community Christofferson, 93, of dren, along with many College system. Star Valley, Ariz., died nieces and nephews “They asked me how we raise funds, I told them that was Gila Sunday, March 15, survive. County taxpayer funding, but they do not have a tax levy,” he said. Helen was preced2015 in Banner Good Haouzous said regardless, the tribe is moving forward. ed in death by three Samaritan Hospital “The driving factor will be the San Carlos Apache Tribe –we in Phoenix, Ariz. She children, Marlene would like to eventually be an accredited Apache college,” she said, was born May 4, 1921 Halvas, Marshall and “We are in the process of selecting our board of regents and the in Stambaugh, Mich. Donald Mylchreest; her president of our college.” to Stanley and Agnes (Niklas) parents; brothers, Frank and Nowicki. She married Russell Johnnie Nowicki; half-brothers, Christofferson on Jan. 23, 1963. Emil and Louie Urban; her sisThey made their home in Star ters, Rosalie Muto, Phyllis Olsen, half-sisters, Valeria Barrows, Valley, Ariz. beginning in 1982. The Arizona Department of collected the item, taking it away Helen is survived by her hus- Eleanore Stromberg; and son-inPublic Safety bomb squad was for further testing. band; her daughter, Sally (Don) law, Richard Halvas. called to Gila County for the secOn March 19, the GCSO called Fiorani of Atlantic Mine, Mich.; A memorial service will be ond time in a month. out the bomb squad to take away daughters-in-law, Margaret held at 1 p.m., Saturday, March On Tuesday, a Tonto Basin what looked like a pipe bomb in Mylchreest of Iron River, Mich. 21, 2015 at the Mount Cross resident found a three-inch mil- Gisela. That item was described and Kazuko Mylchreest of Church, 601 E. Highway 260, itary artillery shell in a shed as a five-inch long, half-inchTucson, Ariz.; step-daughters, Payson, Ariz., across from Tiny’s at a home on Greenback Valley wide PVC pipe with caps on each Charlene (Robert) Anderson, Café. Road. The Tonto Basin Fire end and a fuse sticking out of Lois Longrie and June Department responded and one end outside a home in the Christofferson, all of Tucson, called for backup from the Gila Tonto Creek Shores subdivision. Ariz. She also leaves 11 grandCounty Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Tim Scott had no update on children, 22 great-grandchildren, The bomb squad from the that device and was not sure if it and four great-great-grandchilValley came out and securely had been tested. dren, six step-grandchildren, 16

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WEATHERREPORT Forecast by the National Weather Service

Friday

Partly sunny, slight chance of rain

67/41 Saturday

Sunny

70/42 Sunday

Mostly sunny

70/41 Monday

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Payson Statistics DATE H Mar. 9 69 Mar. 10 72 Mar. 11 69 Mar. 12 64 Mar. 13 71 Mar. 14 72 Mar. 15 73 Mar. 16 75 Mar. 17 74 Mar. 18 66 Mar. 19 57

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L PRECIP. 32 34 34 45 40 36 34 39 42 46 0.03 43 0.77

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2015 thru today 5.80 30-year Average through Dec. 22.08

Mar. 2015 1.85 Mar. Average 2.36

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10.1 10.7 10.8 10.6 Dominant pollen: Ash, Poplar, Mulberry High: Pollen levels between 9.7 and 12.0 tend to affect most individuals who suffer from the pollen types of the season. Symptoms may become more severe during days with high pollen levels. Medium: Pollen levels between 7.3 and 9.6 will likely cause symptoms for many individuals who suffer from allergies to the predominant pollen types of the season. Pollen levels between 0 and 7.2 tend to affect very few individuals among the Low: allergy-suffering public. Source: pollen.com

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for the crown. The Bulldogs shared last year’s Gracie title with Surprise Willow Canyon when the final game was halted early after two Willow Canyon players were injured chasing a pop fly and couldn’t continue. But other teams will do their best to knock the Longhorns and Bulldogs out of the picture.

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Among them is Goodyear Estrella Foothills, which has reached the D3/3A title game three times in the last five years, winning titles in 2011 and ’13. The field also includes 2009 3A champ Lakeside Blue Ridge and Eloy Santa Cruz, which claimed 3A crowns in both 2006 and ’08 and owns five state titles in all. Snowflake hasn’t won a state championship since claiming its fourth in 2001, but the Lobos may have what it takes to reach Saturday’s championship bracket final after knocking off Winslow on March 3. Charlene Brown, who got the tournament started in 2005, will step down as the only director the tournament has ever known. “It has absolutely been the most rewarding volunteer work I have ever done,” Brown said. “I never dreamed in a million years that after a rainout the first year when we only had eight teams, that it would grow to this level.” The tournament honors Gracie Haught, who died in a tragic accident at the age of 3 in 2004. She loved the color pink, which is why you’ll see nearly every team wearing at least some pink. This is a unique tournament which encourages players to embrace being girls and to interact with players from other teams during the Eighth Inning Social, scheduled for 7 o’clock tonight in the Julia Randall Elementary gym. The Spirit of Gracie Award will be handed out to one of the teams during that event. Five fields in Payson will be utilized today for pool play, as the 20 teams are divided into five pools of four teams each. Each team plays three games today, with the top two teams from each pool advancing to Saturday’s Gold Championship Bracket, and the bottom two from each pool moving onto Saturday’s Silver Consolation Bracket. Games will be played on Rumsey Fields 1 and 2, the Kiwanis East and West Fields, as well as the high school.

Past champions Joseph City – 8 Class 1A (2000-03, 2005, 2008-10)

Santa Cruz – 5 Class 3A (1979-80, 2000, 2006, 2008)

Snowflake – 4 Class 3A (1986-87, 1989, 2001)

Benson – 3 Class 2A (2006, 2008, 2011)

Show Low – 3 Class 3A (1985, 1995, 1998)

Camp Verde – 2 Class 2A (1981, 2009)

Estrella Foothills – 2 Class 3A (2011), Div. 3 (2013)

Winslow – 2 Class 3A (2010), Div. 3 (2014)

Blue Ridge – 1 Class 3A (2009)

Round Valley – 1 Class 3A (1991)

St. Johns – 1 Class 2A (1994)

Phoenix St. Mary’s – 1 Class 5A-I (2007)

Photos by Keith Morris/Roundup

Sadie Dunman gets a hit against Camp Verde. Top photo: Jodi Taylor, Payton Petersen, Ali Tenney and Karlie Smith walk off the field after Payson’s 17-0 win over Fountain Hills.

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Longhorns stomp Fountain Hills 17-0 Keith Morris

the bottom of the third because of the 15-run mercy rule. It was so bad that monster power hitter Arissa Paulson actually took a few pitches from the left-handed batter’s box in the third Welcome to the big time. inning, where she actually looked human, fouling off one pitch and That was Fountain Hills softball coach Bill Nye’s greeting to his missing another altogether. But, after quickly falling behind in the players coming off the Payson High field after the bottom of the sec- count, no balls and two strikes, she moved over to the right side of the ond inning Tuesday afternoon. plate where she belongs. After a second foul ball, the junior crushed The Longhorns might as well put up a giant neon sign with those the next pitch she saw for a two-run homer over the left-center field words, because they’re demonstrating early this season just how fence for her third dinger in two games and fifth of the season. formidable an opponent they are going to be for any visiting team. Anilese Hayes followed by launching the first round-tripper of her Actually, it really doesn’t matter what field they’re playing on. Payson career out to left-center and the Longhorns went on to score They might as well make it a sign they have room to carry with them five more runs in the inning to end it. on the bus that they can just hang on the fence wherever they’re “That’s our first time this season going back-to-back and I playing. So maybe a neon sign isn’t the best idea, because it may be wouldn’t be surprised if we see a couple more before the season’s hard to find an electrical outlet. And then there’s the whole out,” said Payson coach Curtis Johnson. business of safety with a wire running across PHS improved to 11-1 overall with eight the ground. shutouts and 4-0 in the all-important power Come to think of it, forget the sign. It points games that determine the seeding for doesn’t take opposing teams long to the Division 3 state tournament this team realize the dire straits they’re in once has designs on winning for the first time in they see their first Arissa Paulson program history. fastball or deliver a pitch against the The 17 runs tops the 16 the Horns Longhorns’ potent batting order. scored in a shutout of San Tan in Or come off the field trailing 9-0 the Wickenburg Wrangler Classic on after two innings as the Falcons March 6. PHS has outscored opponents 121did Tuesday. 9, including 43-0 in the four power points games. But opponents know what Johnson can’t help but like filling out the lineup they’re dealing with before they card every game, especially penciling in Arissa even get on the bus heading to Rim Paulson, Hayes and Cori Barnett in the 3-4-5 Country because everyone knows about spots. this veteran Payson team that returns all “Cori Barnett is leading the team in but one starter from a squad that lost a batting average, but Arissa’s been on an absolute tear the heartbreaker to Winslow in last year’s last four or five games,” the skipper said. “She’s probably Division 3 state final after falling in the batting .750 or .800 in the last four games.” semis the previous two seasons. Hayes, a junior who transferred from The Longhorns have big arms, Lakeside Blue Ridge last summer after big bats and big confidence. leading the Yellow Jackets in homers And they wasted no time as a sophomore, enjoyed launching in showing the overmatched her first four-bagger as a Longhorn. Falcons just how good they “It felt really nice,” she said. “It was are in a 17-0 pummeling good to follow Arissa. I didn’t want to be that was called in the one to strikeout after that, so I figured I Keith Morris/Roundup better do something.” Aubrielle Paulson pitches against She said she hasn’t been worried about Fountain Hills on Tuesday. The homers, just making good contact. freshman struck out two of the “I’ve just been focused on getting base hits three batters she faced in closing and moving runners, I haven’t tried to hit it the three-inning blowout. over but it just came today,” she said. “I just by

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try to hit line drives in the gap and if it goes over it goes over, but if it doesn’t, I usually get a double or single out of it. I take what I can.” Payson was scheduled to host Cottonwood Mingus on Thursday before entertaining 19 teams in the 11th Annual Gracie Haught Classic today and Saturday. Pick up a copy of this week’s Rim Review for your guide to the tournament, which began at 9 a.m. today. Payson hopes to be playing in the championship game at 5:30 p.m. Saturday. If they play the way they have nearly every time out in this impressive two-week stretch to open the season, they very well could. Arissa Paulson was 3-for-3 with a double and a home run to lead the 17-hit attack. Payton Petersen went 3-for-3, Aubrielle Paulson went 3-for-4 with a double and Barnett collected two hits in three at bats. In addition to her homer, Hayes also reached on a walk in three plate appearances. Arissa Paulson improved to 7-1 in the circle, striking out six of the seven batters she faced in the first two Keith Morris/Roundup innings, allowArissa Paulson smacks ing just a leada two-run homer off hit. Aubrielle Paulson fanned two against Fountain Hills of the three batters on Tuesday. she faced in the third inning. Big time, indeed.

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Anilese Hayes took a bit of a skip as she came down on a home plate surrounded by Payson High softball players. She pointed her left index finger skyward as her teammates congratulated the junior for her first Longhorn home run Tuesday afternoon against Fountain Hills. She’ll hit more. But the first was sweet for Hayes, who moved to Payson with her family after starring at Lakeside Blue Ridge a year ago. She led the Yellow Jackets in home runs and was their pitching ace. Now, she’s trilled to be with the Longhorns. “Just the whole thing is exciting for me,” she said. “I just really enjoy playing on this team; it’s a lot of fun. I had a lot of friends and I like the team over there, but this team is a lot easier to

be on. Everyone here wants to play 100 percent, so we’re all trying and fighting for the position that we all want, so everybody’s giving 100 percent effort all the time. It’s really exciting to be on a team where everybody wants to be here 100 percent. I think we can take it this year.” She’s actually very familiar with Payson, having played on the Payson Monsoon club ball team from the seventh grade to 10th grade before moving on to a club team in the Valley last year. Hayes is slated to play shortstop and pitch for the Longhorns, but she’s been dealing with tendonitis in her right (pitching) bicep all season that has prevented her from pitching and pushed her into designated hitter duty on Tuesday. When she’s able to pitch, she has no illusions about where she ranks in the pitching depth chart as Arissa Paulson’s golden arm has her on a course to toe the rubber for Brigham Young

University in a couple of years. “Arissa’s definitely our ace pitcher,” she said. “Even if I was 100 percent, she definitely would be the ace.” And Hayes is fine with that. In fact, she welcomes that competition for playing time. “I knew I’d be playing shortstop a lot here and I just really wanted to be able to fill a position,” she said. “And pitching, I knew I’d have to fight for my time, which I can’t right now because of my shoulder, but I know I’ll have to fight for it when I get back. I think it’s exciting for me to be able to fight for a position.” She loves having a teammate with Paulson’s talent to push her to improve. “It motivates me to throw harder, to throw better, work more, I guess,” she said. “I think us both working hard to beat each other out is making us

• See Hayes, page 6B

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Anilese Hayes arrives at home plate surrounded by teammates after hitting her first home run as a Longhorn on Tuesday.

Polarized lenses a big asset to anglers looking for spawning fish Many outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy fishing in the spring and summer often spend time in the woods hunting in the fall. Big game hunters, besides having some kind of firearm or bow, would consider optics as part of their essential gear in pursuit of an animal. Likewise, anglers in the springtime trying to catch bass or crappies also can take advantage of optics and improve their chances of catching fish. When fish move to the shallows for the annual spawn, anglers can often see the fish before catching it. Water clarity obviously matters. The clearer the water, the more likely a fish can be seen on a bed. Most bass or crappies will spawn in less than six feet of water, depending on the overall water temperature. When

This is where a good pair that water temperature reaches of polarized sunglasses comes 60-65 degrees in the spring, it’s outdoors under the rim into play. time to look shallow. Anglers are actually huntThe warm water reservoirs ing big fish with the trolling of Roosevelt and Apache have motor on high and cruising the fairly good water clarity to see shoreline looking for those tellinto the optimum depth for tale signs of spawning bass. spawning fish. Look on points The serious anglers don their or in the back of coves where favorite lens to peer into the sand or gravel bottoms draw water at pronounced angles in the male or buck fish. By examining the bottom, one can recog- Dennis Pirch hopes of seeing an unsuspecting nize a bed by a circular pattern bass. The most efficient lens is one to three feet wide. Depending on a polarized amber or copper rose lens the time in the spawn, there may be with a wraparound curvature, which one male bass waiting for a female, or keeps the sun’s glare to a minimum. a pair of bass on the nest, or no fish at Sunglasses that sharply contrast all if they’ve already spawned at that shades and colors are the most efficient at locating those hard-to-find fish. location.

Typhoon is a brand name that has specifically designed their sunglasses for this kind of fishing at an affordable price for any angler. Keep as much distance from the spawning area as possible while still able to see the target bass. A trolling motor too close or a shadow of an angler standing in the front, will scare the bass to deeper water. Another key point is to pitch or flip to the bed without making a splash with the bait. A fish may not bite the first time and it may take several approaches or maybe even backing off the fish to return later to try the game again. I have used this tactic in the spring on spawning crappies. In most cases when peering into the water, the only

evidence of a fish may be a shadow near a structure. If I see a shadow, I pitch a 32-ounce jighead with a Kalin’s triple threat just beyond the fish and let the bait slowly sink into the crappies target zone. Again, repeat this several times until the fish is angered into striking the jig. Crappies are a bit shyer and the least bit of noise or shadow will prompt them to quietly sink into the depths or retreat to cover. When this happens, move on to another spot and make a mental note to return, but with a much quieter approach. The spring is a great time to be on the water looking for a trophy bass or crappie fillet dinner. This weekend, hook up the boat and take a child fishing in the Arizona outdoors, God’s creation.

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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Tai Chi and Qigong

Tai Chi and Qigong classes are offered at 9 a.m. Saturdays at Rim Country Health, 807 W. Longhorn Rd., Payson. The program is especially de signed for seniors 50 or older, but is beneficial for all ages. There is no charge. For details, call (928) 478-6032.

Payson Walkers

The Payson Walkers group invites everyone to join its daily, hour-long walk, mostly on pavement. The start time is 9 a.m. from the following sites: Saturday: West end of Longhorn Sunday: Senior Circle parking lot Monday: Elks Lodge on Airport Road Tuesday: Parks and Recreation office, Green Valley Park. Wednesday: Walgreens Thursday: Payson Public Library Friday: Home Depot.

Archaeological Society

A lot is happening this month. Guest presenter Dr. David Wilcox will speak on “Changing Patterns of Resistance and Conflict in WestCentral Arizona, A.D. 1100-1425” at 10 a.m., Saturday, March 21 at the Fellowship Hall of the Church of the Holy Nativity, at the corner of Easy Street and Bradley, in Payson. There will also be a display of authentic Hopi Kachinas; and a continuous slide presentation, during lunch, of the recent trip to Chaco Canyon, N.M. Along with the cash to be won, an additional prize of a “Sun Face” kachina doll will be awarded to the lucky winner of the 50/50 raffle. A buffet lunch will be available following the program. After the lunch, at approximately 1 p.m., there will be a tour of the Goat Camp Ruin site. The ongoing-excavation site tour will be lead by archaeologist Scott Wood. Participants will caravan to the site, which is approximately one mile away. Guests are welcome. Members invite Rim residents and visitors to come join their celebration recognizing the month of March as the official Arizona Archaeology Month.

Christians Together

Christians Together, a non-denominational fellowship of believers in Christ Jesus, worships at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday in the chapel at Majestic Rim Retirement Living, 310 E. Tyler Parkway, Payson. The Lord’s Supper is at the center of the weekly worship service. All are welcome. For information, call (928) 474-0160.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 2 p.m. Mondays at Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, Payson. There are no fees or dues. The only membership requirement is a desire to not compulsively overeat anymore. Call the following members for more information: Denise, (928) 9783706; Mary Jo, (928) 978-4663; Ted, (928-) 951-3362; Alice at (602) 8280917 or (928) 478-4361.

Payson Lions Club

Payson Lions Charitable Foundation and its parent Payson Lions Club serve Rim Country by

conducting service and fund-raising projects to help those in need of eye exams and eyeglasses as well as hearing exams and hearing aids. Membership in Lions is open to all adults interested in giving something back to their community. Ideas for improving our community are welcome. Meetings are held at 6 p.m. every fourth Monday of the month. For information and meeting site, please contact Judy Spivey at (928) 474-8833 or Bill Davis at (928) 474-2176.

Wednesday at 6 p.m. – 408 W. Main #11 (entrance behind the building) Thursday at 7 p.m. – 107 E. Airline (Steps House – directly behind old batting cages) Friday at 6 p.m. – 408 W. Main #11 (entrance behind the building) 3rd Saturday Only at 6 p.m. “Speaker Meeting” – 408 W. Main #11. The Saturday meeting currently meets only once a month. Sunday at 6:30 p.m. – 10 E. Airline (Steps House – directly behind old batting cages). Before you use again, please call: Patty S. at (928) 978-5240, Bill N. at (928) 978-8001, Jesse at (928) 978-5905. NA East Valley Area Helpline (480) 897-4636 or write: Rim Recovery, Payson NA, P.O. Box 3052, Payson, AZ 85547. Arizona NA website: www.arizona-na.org.

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Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery is a group for those with hurts, habits and hang-ups. Celebrate God’s healing power through eight recovery principles and Christ-centered 12 steps. Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Mountain Bible Church. For more information, call (928) 472-7800.

TOPS 0373

TOPS 0373 Payson (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meets at the Senior Circle, 215 N. Beeline Highway, Payson. We meet every Thursday morning. Our weigh-in starts at 7 a.m. Our meeting starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 8:50 a.m. We are a non-profit support group for anyone wishing to drop those extra, unhealthy pounds. You gain new friends, along with invaluable information and support in your weight loss journey. Come check us out! If you have any questions, call Ilona at (928) 472-3331.

Friendship Bible Class

Friendship Bible Class, a non-denominational Bible study for women, meets at 1 p.m. every Tuesday at Majestic Rim. All women in the community are invited. For information, call Marilyn at (928) 474-6712.

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Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a 12-step fellowship of women and men whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. We gather together to support and share with each other in a journey of self discovery — learning to love ourselves. Meeting time is from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Philip’s Catholic Church (education building to right of church), 511 S. St. Philips St., Payson. For more information, contact Sharon (480) 244-1393 or Diane (928) 468-1852.

at Mazatzal Casino Restaurant at 9 a.m. every Wednesday. All honorably retired law enforcement and active law enforcement personnel are welcome. For more information, call Michelle Dyer at (928) 970-0247 or go online to www.ip_usa.org.

Masonic Lodge

Soroptimists

The Sy Harrison Masonic Lodge #70, located at 200 E. Rancho Road in Payson, meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. For more information, go online to www.paysonmason.org or contact Bill Herzig, secretary, at (928) 474-1305 or (928) 951-2662.

Rim Country 4 Wheelers

Members of the Rim Country 4 Wheelers (RC4W) invite anyone interested in four-wheel-drive back road travel to join them at 9 a.m. Wednesdays (until March) in the Bashas’ shopping center parking lot in front of the Big 5 store. The route and destination may be prescheduled or may be decided on the spot; the level of difficulty may range from easy to moderate. Saturday trips are also scheduled at least once a month and are usually decided on at the previous month’s meeting. For all trips, have a full tank of gas, lunch, and a lawn chair. For more information, visit the Web site at www.rimcountry4wheelers.com or call RC4W President Chuck Jacobs at (928) 595-0967.

International Police Association

The International Police Association (I.P.A. Region 61 Northern AZ) meets for breakfast

Want a progress report on where the missing trout are? Lorraine D. Avenetti, with the Arizona Game and Fish Department Research Branch, and a wildlife technician, will provide a preliminary report to the Payson Flycasters and Gila Trout Unlimited Chapter 530 at 9 a.m., Saturday, March 28 at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260.

The local Soroptimist club invites all women who are interested in working with and for the community to improve the status of women to join members for lunch at Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson, at noon Wednesdays. Anyone interested should contact Jean Oliver, (928) 474-6167; or Audrey Wilson. (928) 468-3108.

87 Mountain Biking Club

87 Mountain Biking Club meets at 4 p.m. every Wednesday at the 87 Cyclery shop, 907 S. Beeline Highway. Members have group trail rides throughout Gila County for every level of rider (beginners to advanced). Everyone is encouraged to join and learn about all the great mountain biking trails Payson and the surrounding area has to offer. For more information or questions, please call (928) 478-6203.

Rim Country Coalition

The Rim Country Coalition is a group of local agencies and community members. The focus of the group is the prevention of substance misuse/abuse among older adults in the Payson area. The group plans to help “connect seniors in the Rim Country.” The group meets at 1 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month at the

Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main St. Anyone interested in attending is welcome. For more information, contact Carol Wilson, 1-800-293-9393 or Dee Redfield, (928) 970-1298.

Presbyterian Church contemporary worship

A new contemporary worship service begins at 2 p.m., Palm Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the Payson Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St. This service is open to the public and includes live contemporary worship music. If you need more information, please contact the church office at (928) 474-2059.

Payson Cougars Senior Softball Team

If you are age 60 or older and are wondering what to do with your old softball glove and bat and want some fun and exercise, come join the Payson Cougars men’s senior softball team. Practices are at the Kiwanis fields in Rumsey Park at 12:30 p.m., Monday and Tuesday. For more information, call team manager Lou Felix at (928) 970-1991 or visit the website at: paysoncougars.com.

Ladies wanted

The Payson Lady’s 9-hole Golfers are inviting Rim Country women at all skill levels to join. Play is Thursday mornings, with the season-opening breakfast planned at 9 a.m., Thursday, April 2 and tee-off at 10 a.m. To sign up, call Mary Quigley at (928) 957-2017 or Nina Szakal at (928) 970-0495.

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SRP Retirees

The Rim Community SRP Retiree Group is having an organizational get-together from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 2 at Rumsey Park’s Ramada 3. Retirees are invited to bring their family, friends, preferred beverages and an appetizer to share. Have questions? Call Craig Solomon (928) 476-2335, Ric Stephenson (480) 323-6933, Chuck Thompson (928) 951-6827, or Jerry Button (928) 970-0895.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to help others recover from alcoholism. For more information on local meetings, call (928) 474-3620.

Alanon and Alateen

Alanon meets at 6 p.m.,  Monday  at St. Philips Catholic Church, Payson and at 1 p.m., Wednesday at Star Valley  Baptist Church on Highway 260. For Alanon information, call Kali (503) 354-4402. For Alateen, call Helen at (928) 978-6424.

Narcotic Anonymous

Drug problem? If you think you may have a problem with drugs, give yourself a break. There is a way out, with the help of other recovering addicts in Narcotics Anonymous. We have been there. Rim Recovery NA meets in Payson: Monday at 5:30 p.m. – 408 W. Main #11 (entrance behind the building)

The group, “Write Your Story” now meets at 11 a.m. Thursdays at La Sierra Restaurant, across the highway from Maverik Gas Station. At the meetings, each member is invited to read what they have most recently written. At noon, following the meeting, members can stay to visit over lunch. For more information, call Nadine at (928) 476-4659.

Kiwanis issue invitation Members of the Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country, an international service club serving the children of the world, are dedicated to serving our Rim Country youth. It provides scholarships and awards programs for deserving students as well as a special dental program. Other needs of children are supported with community projects, activities and donations. At meetings, speakers inform members of local community happenings and events. The members of Kiwanis invite Rim residents to join them in supporting the area’s children and their families when they meet at Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson, from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., Thursdays. Contact Mike Clark, (602) 510-9431 or Bobby Davis, (928) 978-4323.

Payson Tea Party

The Payson Tea Party meets every Thursday night (except holidays) at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. There are great speakers and/or great interaction each week on local, state and federal issues. All are welcome. Call (928) 468-1131 for more information.

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The Humane Society of Central Arizona is gearing up for the upcoming Music, Mutts & Meowgaritas fundraiser. Proceeds Humane Society from this evening of Central will assist with Arizona ongoing operational costs at the shelter, which serves over ADOPTION 900 square miles OPTIONS of Arizona’s Rim Country. Music, Mutts & Meowgaritas promises guests a fun and furr-filled evening full of events in a spectacular outdoor setting. There will be live music featuring Payson’s own Junction 87. Special “meowgaritas” will be served courtesy of Roger Clyne’s Mexican Moonshine Tequila (100 percent Blue Agave that is double-distilled and triple-filtered for a sliky smooth finish). Tapas and tacos to

taste will be offered. Activities from piñatas for paws, a photo booth, a raffle for a world-class travel package (three-night stay at The Grand Del Mar — including dining, golf and spa services), and a silent auction will all be capped off with a majestic Arizona sunset. HSCAZ would like to thank the following sponsors for their generosity in making this event possible: Rim Country Museum, Roger Clyne’s Mexican Moonshine Tequila, The Grand Del Mar, Payson Jewelers, PostNet and KRIM radio. The location for Music, Mutts & Meowgaritas is the backyard of the Rim Country Museum/Zane Grey Cabin overlooking the beautiful lake and Green Valley Park, located at 700 S. Green Valley Parkway in Payson. The event will take place Saturday, May 30 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person. For more information, visit www.humanesocietycentralaz.org or call (928) 474-5590.

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Following are just two of the many wonderful pets available for adoption at the shelter. All pets are already spayed or neutered and current on vaccinations. To learn more, stop by Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., or visit www. humanesocietycentralaz.org. TOPAZ

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Must have valid drivers license. Please send resume to main@teepeecontractors.com. Questions - call 520-836-8513

DRIVERS Payson Concrete Looking for Experienced CLD Driver Must have Experience Hauling Equipment, Drug Testing and Background Check; Apply within: 1900 E. Hwy 260, Payson 928-474-2231

GENERAL

White Love Seat, Reversible, SW Pillows, $75. Navy Blue Laz-e-Boy Recliner, $25. Early American Dresser w/Mirror, $150. Call 928-978-7978

MISCELLANEOUS *CANCER CASES* www.cancerbenefits.com Call 800-414-4328.

20 ft. and 40 ft.: Shipping Containters, 928-537-3257

Class â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? 2005 Holiday Rambler M-30PDD, Admiral, Gasoline, V10, 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;?, 25,600 Miles, Queen Bed/2 Slides, Lots of Storage, New Batteries, New step motor, Stear Safe Unit, Shade Pro Cover + More, $39,800. 928-472-6542

TRACTORS

928-951-6590 928-978-5473 ELECTRIC BICYCLES 3 & 4 Wheel Models 928-472-9200

H EALTH S ERVICES

Seeking Solutions, Creating Change

Tractor, 2009 Montana Diesel w/6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bucket, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gannon, 4x4, Shuttle Shift, Model 2740, 230 Hours, Excellent Condition, In Payson, $13,500.obo Bill 928-830-0055

EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATIVE/ PROFESSIONAL Part-Time Admin Assistant

THE BLIND DOCTOR Broken Blinds? Saggy Shades? Droopy Drapes? WE CAN FIX THAT! Dani 928-595-2968 BLINDS & DESIGNS Repairs, Sales, Shade Screens & More!

YARD SALES/ AUCTIONS

ESTATE SALES Estate Sale, 514 W. Laredo Loop, Sat. March 21 from 8am to 4pm & Sun. March 22 from 8am to 12pm: Rain or Shine, All Contents and Furniture Must Go! No Early Birds

GARAGE SALES 306 E. Springdale Dr., Fri. March 20 from 1pm to 6pm & Sat. March 21 from 7am to 6pm: Computer Stuff, Rocks & Minerals, DVDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Tools, Antiques and much More!

MOVING SALES MOVING SALE 1201 N. Arrowhead Dr., Sat. March 21 from 8am to 1pm; â&#x20AC;&#x153;TOOLSâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;TOOLSâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;TOOLSâ&#x20AC;?: All Kinds, Power, Hand, Garden, You Name It and it will be there!

YARD SALES 2000 N. Fredanovich Circleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BIG, BAD, BEST, STREET & YARDSALE! Fri. & Sat. March 20 & 21 from 7am to 3pm: We got Tools, Furniture, Baby & Children Stuff, Stained Glass Supplies and Much Much More! Moving Sale: 107 N Mogollon Trail, Fri. & Sat. March 20 & 21 from 8am to 2pm; NO EARLY BIRDS: Furniture, Designer Clothing, Handbags, Household Items and Much More!

AUTOS/VEHICLES BOATS

2009 Lowe 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fishing Boat, w/7.5 Merc 2 Stroke Motor, Trailer,Trolling Motor & Batteries,Many Extras Included, 2nd Owner,Only been in water 6-times,Excellent Condition. Asking $4,800.obo 928-951-5466

Southwest Behavioral Health invites you to leverage your talents in a way that inspires others to feel better and reach their potential. We currently have the following full-time opportunities to join our Aero Outpatient Clinic teams in Payson: DEDICATED RECOVERY COACH & FAMILY COACH Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree with 1-2 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; FT behavioral health experience preferred.

PERSONALS Mindy & Lucas, I have your Keepsakes, 928-474-8301

Help Wanted

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BACKHOE SERVICE AND YARD CLEANING â&#x20AC;&#x153;BEST PRICES IN TOWN AND FRIENDLY SERVICEâ&#x20AC;? Tree-Trimming, Brush Removal with Hauling Service WE ALSO SELL FIREWOOD

Advanced Tactical Armament Concepts, LLC, manufacturer of HPR Ammunition is currently recruiting for: Operators, Inspectors & Runners apply at: hprammo.com

PART-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT The Chaparral Pines Community Association is seeking an energetic, conscientious, and detail oriented individual part-time for our fast paced office. We want a team player who enjoys providing top quality customer service and takes pride in their work. Candidates must have their high school diploma and should be proficient in MicroSoft Office suite, internet-based programs, and be able to manage multiple tasks efficiently. General office skills are a must. Please send resume and salary requirements to melissar@ogdenre.com, fax to (928) 472-9072 or personally deliver to the Chaparral Pines Security gatehouse located on Chaparral Pines Drive.

High School Diploma/GED w/college level coursework required. Associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree preferred. Experience with substance abuse, mentally ill and/or general mental health required. Enjoy competitive salaries and great benefits at one of Arizonaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest behavioral health service providers. Apply online at www.sbhservices.org Email to: jenelt@sbhservices.org Or call: 602-351-6901 Drug screen required EOE

Needed: Experienced Part-Time Bather/Brusher, Call 468-1914

Medical Billing Specialist Using coded data to produce & submit claims to insurance companies; work directly with insurance companies; review and appealing unpaid and denied claims; general VMĂ&#x201E;JL WYVJLK\YLZ Experience preferred; email your resume to UHUJ`Z'YPTJV\U[Y`OLHS[O JVT Or pick up an application at 807 West Longhorn, Payson, 5V WOVUL JHSSZ WSLHZL

Experienced Technician Wanted, Great Pay, Benefits, FT Employment, 928-474-4234 or send resume to: fta931@flecherstire.com

RESTAURANTS Pizza/Sandwich Maker Experience Helpful, Apply in Person, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Wed/Thur./Fri. PINE DELI, 6240 Hardscrabble Road, Pine

SALES/MARKETING

Sell it fast! ADVERTISING SALES POSITION AVAILABLE

The Payson Roundup and PaysonRoundup.com, an award-winning newspaper and web site serving the mountain communities of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rim Countryâ&#x20AC;? including Payson, Pine, Strawberry, Star Valley and Tonto Basin, is searching for an account representative to join its advertising team. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeking a motivated individual who has prior sales experience. Advertising and/or Digital sales background is a definite plus. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a team environment that inspires creativity and rewards a job well done. We offer a competitive base salary plus commissions (with no ceiling) and bonuses. We offer a full compliment of benefits including, medical, Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find a dental and 401K, and a great receptive audience working environment. This is your opportunity to be a for sales with an part of an excellent company, live in anad outstanding 5000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the elevation mountain community yet, have the benefit of a major Payson Roundup metro market only 1.5 hours classifieds! away. This position availability will not last long so, act today. To apply,CALL e-mail your cover THE letter, resume and salary requirements PAYSONto:ROUNDUP Roundup Publisher, John Naughton at or drop in at 474-5251 jnaughton@payson.com

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SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS

R.W.P. CARPENTRY & REMODELING: Quality Additions, Cabinet Installation, Decks, Finnish Work, Painting, Drywall, Etc.20yrs Experience, Licensed & Bonded ROC200461, Payson B/L#PH9305, Call Robin 1-928-595-1816

HANDYMAN DHW Home Services Decks/Porches Sheds Drywall Texture Matching Paint Remodeling 928-595-1555 Credit Cards Accepted not a licensed contractor Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Handyman Home Repairs, Mobile Home Roofs, Backhoe Work, Drains, Driveway, Landscaping, Yardwork Tree Trimming, Hauling, Rototilling. 928-478-6139 JIMMYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ALLTRADES Residential Repairs Since 1993 FREE ESTIMATES Plumbing, Electrical, Sun Screens, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Gutters Cleaned 928-474-6482 not licensed Tile,Carpet and Wood Installer 35 years Exp. Repairs/Drywall/Custom Showers Local References if needed Realters Welcome 928-951-2823

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HOME REPAIRS

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HAULING

Diversified Services IOWA BOY - HONEST, DEPENDABLE

(Inexpensive) Not a Licensed Contractor

JOE - 970-1873 HOME SERVICES

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Health Insurance

Specialists Medicare Plans (all types) Affordable Care Act Life â&#x20AC;˘ Dental Long-term Care

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Windows to Walls, Baseboards to Ceiling Fans WE CLEAN IT ALL!

Gift Certificates Available

Call The Cheaper Sweeper for a free estimate: (928) 472-9897

RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

CLERICAL/OFFICE Medical Billing Specialist

MECHANICAL

Debco Construction

Town of Payson Parks, Recreation and Tourism Part-Time/Temporary/Seasonal Various Positions, Mostly Seaking weekends and/or Weeknights * Softball Field Prep * Youth/Adult Sports Officials & Rec Leaders * Event Center Laborers * Special Events laborer Must be 15 years or older Pick up applications at Parks and Recreation Office 1000 W. Country Club Dr. Payson, AZ

www.TomRUSSELLinsurance.com 928-474-1233 Since 1994 - Behind Fargoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Steakhouse

Turning 65? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the LOCAL Pros!

MISSING YOUR DRY CLEANER? Call me to do your Ironing and Alterations 928.978.5240 Very Reasonable

LIVESTOCK WORKERS

Order: 10074789 Cust: -Payson Senior Apartments CMB G Must possess 6 months experience as a livestock worker and provide one letter of Keywords: Now Accepting Applications reference to that experience. Dates of need: 04/05/2015 to 12/15/2015. art#: 20125072 Two temporary position openings. $875.00 per month plus housing and food. Class: Apartments For Rent Returning Size: 2.00employees X 2.00 may be offered longevity pay and/or production bonus. May be asked to sign a contract. Live in mobile camp or bunkhouse. 3/4 work guarantee. Must be able to ride a horse and repair fences. May be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. All work tools and equipment provided. Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worker will be provided or paid by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract. Feeds and waters livestock on range or at ranch headquarters. Herds, examines animals for diseases and injuries, vaccination of livestock, and applies medications and insect sprays, delivery of offspring, branding or identification marks and castration of livestock. Cleans and repairs stalls. Maintain ranch buildings and equipment. Assist with irrigating, planting, cultivating and harvesting hay for livestock.

JOHN HALANDRAS RANCH/RIO BLANCO COUNTY, COLORADO Call Craig Workforce Center, (970) 824-3246 or contact your nearest State Workforce Center. Refer to order #CO6059487

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4B HOME SERVICES

REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR SALE

MISSING YOUR DRY CLEANER? Call me to do your Ironing and Alterations 928.978.5240 Very Reasonable

LANDSCAPING

IRIS GARDEN SERVICE 10% Off Your Full Cleanup! COMPLETE YARD & GARDEN CLEANUPS, DEBRIS REMOVED, REASONABLE; PAYSON LIC. 928-474-5932 Cell 928-951-3734 not.lic.contr.

Beautiful: 3400sf Custom Home on a 1/2 Acre + Lot. Owner is a Contractor & has Totally Remodeled this Home. Loads of Upgrades. A Gourmet Chefs Kitchen w/Extra Cabinets & Counter Space. Two Master Bedrooms & Wonderful Game Room, Full Workshop w/Utilities & Extra Storage, RV Gates w/Extra Parking, Come View & Enjoy the Tall Pine Trees & From your front & Rear Decks, Inside has Spacious & Open Floor Plan...You Will Not Be Disabppointed!!! Call for Apt: 928-978-1385

928-951-0859 FREE Estimates/SENIOR Discounts

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Park Model w/18’x15’ add on in Star Valley 55+. Like new. Great Views. Open House Sat 11-4. 480-258-1929

MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE F.S.B.O. Corner Lot w/Mountain View, Deer Creek, 3Br/2Ba, 26x52 Manufactured Home, $120,000. Call for Apt. 928-474-0638 or 602-689-8937

MOBILES FOR SALE Mario & Mario Landscaping and Masonry Complete Landscaping & Irrigation, Tree Service and Removal. Rock, Retaining Walls, Block Fencing Walls, Wrought Iron Fences. Flagstone & Concrete Driveways, Pavers and Sidewalks. Licensed, Bonded and Insured. Home Maitenance Available. Call 928-282-3118 Mention this add and get 10% Off!

55+Park,Bonita & St.Phillips #39, 2Br/2Ba, Fully Furnished, Enclosed Patio, Covered Parking, Nice Fenced Yard, Storage, New Washer/Dryer, Move-in-Ready, $24,900. 928-978-2658 Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712 REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712

RENTALS

OakLeaf Yardworks Yard Maintenance Minor landscaping and tree trimming. All work affordable. Call:Dennis 928-595-0477 not a licensed contractor

APARTMENTS FOR RENT 1100 Sq.Ft 2BDR/2BA Apartment In Central Payson, Central Heating and A/C, F/P., Washer/Dryer Hookup $700.p/m, 480-326-7203 or 480-926-9024

LEGAL SERVICES AZ Certified Legal Document Preparer / Paralegal AZCLDP #81438

Living Trusts Wills/Living Wills Powers of Attorney Deeds Patty Rockwell 928-476-6539

Now Renting!

Canal Senior Apartments 807 S. Westerly Road Payson, AZ 85541 INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY Independent, vibrant living located off Historic Main Street and just down the road from Senior Center. Home-like setting and big smiles from our professional staff. We offer spacious 1 an 2 bedroom apartment homes. For 25 years Syringa Property Management has been creating cheerful communities for individuals who want to enjoy an independent and enriching retirement.

See Manager for details Phone (928) 468-5650 Hearing Impaired TDD# 800-545-1833 x298

Apartments for Rent HOME INSPECTIONS AZ and ASHI Certified Home Inspector 14 years Experience Payson License #PO0049 www.inspectaz.com Dan Harris 928-970-1187

landscape services-pick up 2014 Yard Maintenance Ɣ Clean Ups Weeds Ɣ Trimming Ɣ Hauling Quality Work…Affordable Prices!

APARTMENTS FOR RENT Apartment For Rent

PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of housing discrimination call the Arizona Attorney General’s Office

Tonto Oaks Apts. & Mobile Homes

120 S. Tonto St.

Location, Location, Location! That’s right... Close to

EVERYTHING!!!

Beautiful, Amazing LARGE Apartments Call Cindy for details and availability (928) 472-9238 or email tontooaksapts@yahoo.com Apartments For Rent

Aspen Cove is your Pot o’ Gold at the end of the Rainbow APARTMENTS FEATURING: • • • • •

2 Bedrooms/2 Baths 2 Bedrooms/ 1.5 Baths Washers & Dryers Covered Parking Pet Friendly

ASPEN COVE

801 E. FRONTIER ST. #46, PAYSON, AZ 85541

(928) 474-8042

Cornerstone Property Services www.cornerstone-mgt.com

Forest Hills Condominiums

333 N. McLane Large 1-2 Bedrooms WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE WASHER & DRYER COVERED PARKING PET FRIENDLY CLOSE TO RUMSEY PARK & LIBRARY

Call Caroline 928-472-6055

Spring into Summer at Lazy “D” Ranch RV Park and Apts. $100. Off First Full full months Rent w/Lease Water/Sewer/Trash, Cable Included) For Details Call 928-474-2442

COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

PAYSON SENIOR APARTMENTS

One bdrm apts and also apts with special design features for individuals with a disability. Must be 62 years of age or older, or disabled, regardless of age. Inquire as to availability of subsidy. Call (928) 474-6761, Mon-Fri 9am 8am to 2:30pm. TDD 1-800-367-8939 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Equal Housing Opportunity. Equal Opportunity Access.

DON’T MISS THIS 1550sf/New Energy Efficient AC,Carpet,Bathroom, Large Visible Signage from Highway, Ample Parking Front/Rear 807-A S. Beeline, Payson, 928-478-4110

Bonita and Beeline, high profile, 200sq.ft. office space. Shared reception/wait area, shared utilities, $200 per month. Dani 928-595-2968.

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609 S. Beeline Hwy. Payson, AZ 85541 474-5276 www.paysonrentals.com Shady Pines Cabin 5, Studio, 1BA$395

Beeline Highway, 800sf,

BISON COVE CONDOS

Ridiculous low Terms,

200 E. Malibu Dr. Units C2 and C4 available Pine Model, 2BD, 2BA Unfurnished $800 Furnished $950

LARGE 2500sf. Store, Three Office Complex, Reception Area,1000sf., Only $650. 928-468-1365.

Independently Owned & Operated

Office or Retail Space Lowest Rates In Payson Private Bath,500 sq.ft. On Upgraded Remodeled Units, 1 Month Rent Free 602-616-3558

CONDOMINIUMS Spacious & Bright -3 BR/2 BA Condo, 1550 s.f.,Fireplace, lg. open kitchen, W/D, balcony with view. Large Master Suite. Quiet complex w/pool - small dog OK. A great place to live! Non-smoking $850.00, 602-763-4397

HOMES FOR RENT 2- BR, 1.5 BA, House, 89 N Milky Way, Star Valley, AZ 85541, unfurnished, 1500-1650 sq. ft., Well Water, Fireplace/wood burning stove, Outdoor Area, Cable/Satellite TV Hookups, Hardwood Flooring, Laundry hookups, Parking Available plus 1-car garage, Storage Available, $ $950/mo, 480-431-9846 or 480-431-9847 201-A N. Manzanita, 2Br/1Ba Unit Safeway/Bashas location. Water/Sewer paid. $625.mo Avail. April 1st. 928-474-2017 or 928-472-6453 2Br/1Ba, Beautiful Geronimo Estates, Carport, Newly Tiled/Carpeted/Decorated $750.mo + $500.Dep. Approved Dogs w/$200.Dep. Contact Janet, 480-991-4904 or Eddie, 480-338-6642

Rent your home with ease now! Give us a call to find out how. VERY NICE 2BR/2BA, IN PAYSON, New Flooring, Paing, Covered Patio, Fenced Yard, Must See, $900.mo 928-468-1068

MOBILES FOR RENT

PAYSON TRAILER RANCH Spaces starting @ $310. 1 & 2 Bdrms Starting @ $425.00 1st Mo + Deposit! All Include Cable/Water/Sewer/Trash Discount for 6-12/mo.lease. 928-517-1368

Trailer Space: Includes, Water/Sewer/Electric, $350.mo Call Steve 928-474-9859 or 928-978-9701

MOBILE/RV SPACES Mountain Shadows R.V. & Mobile Home Park Nice and Clean, Newly Remodeled Mobile Home for rent. 24’x40’ Doublewide 2Br/w2Ba. Lot Space, sewer, and trash are included. $500 Move-in special. Travel trailer for rent $380.00 a month, microwave, water, sewer, trash, and Wi-Fi included

3BR/2BA 1632sq’ Alpine Village, large deck with views, fireplace with propane insert, appliances, sewer/trash. No smoking/pets $1275/mo 1-yr lease 928-978-1836 Beautifully “FURNISHED” ,New Paint/Carpet, 2Br/2Ba w/FP, 1800sf, MAIN HOUSE, 1.25 Acres In Town, Bring Your Horse, TV’s, $1,350.mo Call: 602-290-7282 Completely Remodeled: 3Br/2Ba/2-Car Garage, RV Gate, Central AC/Heat, Wood/Tile Floors, Gas Fire-Place/Stove, All Appliances, $1,100.mo Jim 602-367-8897 or Chris 928-978-1600 New Custom Victorian Home 3Bd/2Bath Den, In Town,Historic District, Energy Efficient. Deck-w/Views,Laundry, Upgraded Appliances, Vaulted-Ceiling, Ceiling-FansThroughout, Carport,Home Office/OK. $1195/mo. 928-288-2440 Prudential Pine

1 BA, Office Space, 45596 Hwy 188 Ste.B-1, Tonto Basin, AZ, 85553, 12 months lease, 900 sq. ft., Storage Available, $ $400/mnth, Cell: 928-978-3500 email: kathy.meyer56@gmail.com.

HOMES FOR RENT Pine Prudential Rentals x3

RESIDENTIAL RENTALS

New Store Condition

Warm & Cozy Community nestled in the Pines!

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS 311 S. McLane Road Payson, AZ 85541

COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

Positively Payson

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

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FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2015

ARIZONA REALTY

PO Box 329, 3640 Hwy 87, Pine, AZ 85544

928-476-3279

Pine, 1BR, 1BA . . . . . . . . . . . $425 Pine 1BR, 1BA. . . . . . . . . . . . $650 Pine 2BR, 2BA. . . . . . . . . . . $1455 Pine, 3BR, 3BA . . . . . . . . . . $1900 UNFURNISHED RENTAL HOMES NEEDED Independently Owned & Operated

RV Spaces also available for $256.55.mo Walking distance to downtown Payson with onsite Manager, Laundry facilities, Game room and wifi. Call Shawn at 928-474-2406

MOBILES/RVS FOR RENT 1Br/1Ba, $300.mo/Partially Furnished to $600.mo/Fully Furnished + Dep. Water/Trash Included, 602-502-0020

LEGAL NOTICES 15699: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2015 TS No. AZ09000105-14-1 APN 302-36-459 3 TO No: 8484808 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 6/16/2006, and recorded on 06/16/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-010248 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Gila County, Arizona at public auction to the highest bidder At the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501 on 5/18/2015 at 11:00 AM on said day. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 608 W BARNUM CIRCLE , PAYSON, AZ 85541 LOT 27, PAYSON RANCHOS UNIT FOUR, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 371, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. APN: 302-36-459 3 Original Principal Balance $134,000.00 Name and Address of original Trustor LON C. THOMAS AND TAMARA J. THOMAS, HUSBAND AND WIFE. 608 W BAR-

LEGAL NOTICES NUM CIRCLE, PAYSON, AZ 85541 Name and Address of the Beneficiary U.S. Bank National Association c/o U.S. Bank National Association 4801 Frederica St Owensboro, KY 42301 Name and Address of Trustee MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 800-367-8939 Said sale will be made for cash (payable at time of sale), but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note secured by said Trust Deed, which includes interest thereon as provided in said Note, advances, if any under the terms of said Trust Deed, interest on advances, if any, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Trust Deed. The Trustee will accept only cash or cashier’s check for reinstatement or price bid payment. Reinstatement payment must be paid before five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) on the last day other than a Saturday or legal holiday before the date of sale. The purchaser at the sale, other than the Beneficiary to the extent of his credit bid, shall pay the price bid no later than five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) of the following day, other than a Saturday or legal holiday If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Conveyance of the property shall be without warranty, express or implied, and subject to all liens, claims or interest having a priority senior to the Deed of Trust. The Trustee shall not express an opinion as to the condition of title. DATE: 1/30/2015 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Rosenda Cardenas, Authorized Signatory Manner of Trustee qualification: Real Estate Broker, as required by ARS Section 33-803, Subsection A Name of Trustee’s regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.priorityposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing at 714-573-1965 State of ARIZONA County of MARICOPA On this 30th day of January, 2015, before me, LINDSAY M. BROWN personally appeared ROSENDA CARDENAS, whose identity was proven to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person who he or she claims to be, and acknowledged that he or she signed the above/attached document. Lindsay M. Brown, Notary Public Commission Expires: April 9, 2015 Lindsay M. Brown Notary Public Maricopa County, Arizona My Comm. Expires 04-09-15 P1132487 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 03/20/2015 15701: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File ID. #15-00102 Conner Notice is hereby given that David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, as trustee (or successor trustee, or substituted trustee), pursuant to the Deed of Trust which had an original balance of $140,816.00 executed by Amy J. Conner and Daniel P. Conner, husband and wife, 204 South Tonto Street Payson, AZ 85541 , dated December 22, 2011 and recorded December 29, 2011, as Instrument No./Docket-Page 2011-014114 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, State of Arizona, will sell the real property described herein by public auction on May 11, 2015 at 11:00 AM, at the front entrace to the County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash, Globe, AZ., to the highest bidder for cash (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States and acceptable to the Trustee, payable in accordance with ARS 33-811A), all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and more fully described as: Lot 2 MOGOLLON RIM ADDITION PLAT THREE, according to Map No. 151, records of Gila County, Arizona. The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 204 South Tonto Street Payson, AZ 85541. Tax Parcel No.: 304-03-093 1. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The beneficiary under the aforementioned Deed of Trust has accelerated the Note secured thereby and has declared the entire unpaid principal balance, as well as any

LEGAL NOTICES and all other amounts due in connection with said Note and/or Deed of Trust, immediately due and payable. Said sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as proved in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust Current Beneficiary:JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Associatio; Care of/Servicer: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 3415 Vision Drive Columbus, OH 43219; Current Trustee: David W. Cowles 2525 East Camelback Road #300 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6000. Dated: 02/09/2015 /S/David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, Trustee/Successor Trustee under said Deed of Trust, and is qualified to act as Successor Trustee per ARS Section 33-803 (A) 2, as a member of the Arizona State Bar. STATE OF ARIZONA, County of Maricopa. This instrument was acknowledged before me on 02/09/2015, by DAVID W. COWLES, Attorney at Law, as Trustee/Successor Trustee. /S/Judy Quick, Notary Public Commission expiration is 04/20/2017. NOTICE: This proceeding is an effort to collect a debt on behalf of the beneficiary under the referenced Deed of Trust. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Unless the loan is reinstated, this Trustee’s Sale proceedings will result in foreclosure of the subject property. A-4512111 02/27/2015, 03/06/2015, 03/13/2015, 03/20/2015 15703: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2015 File No. 5868-TS Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Recorded: 1/27/2015 The following legally described trust property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated April 30, 2012, and recorded on May 3, 2012, in Fee Number 2012-005528, records of Gila County, Arizona, at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance to the County Courthouse, located at 1400 East Ash Street, Globe, Arizona, on April 30, 2015, at the hour of 11:30 o’clock in the morning of said day. The property to be sold is situated in Gila County, Arizona, and is described as follows: The surface and ground to a depth of 200 feet immediately beneath the surface of: Lots 11, 12, and the East half of Lot 13, Block 26, Central Heights, according to Map No. 52, records of Gila County, Arizona. Property Address: 5814 South Nell Drive Globe, Arizona 85501 Tax Parcel Number: 207-08-252 Original Principal Balance: $55,993.04 Original Trustor: Zebulon Glenn Snelgrove 5814 S. Nell Drive Globe, AZ 85501 Current Beneficiary: Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc. 500 Alcoa Trail Maryville, TN 37804 Trustee: Jeffrey S. Katz, Attorney at Law a Member of the State Bar of Arizona 2823 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 201 Tucson, AZ 85716 (520) 745-9200 Dated this 27th day of January, 2015. /s/ Jeffrey S. Katz, Attorney at Law Trustee/Successor Trustee, is qualified per A.R.S. Section 33-803 (A)2 as a member of The Arizona State Bar State of Arizona ) ) ss. County of Pima ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 27th day of January, 2015, by Jeffrey S. Katz, Attorney at Law, a Member of the State Bar of Arizona as Successor Trustee. /s/ S. Diederich Notary Public My commission expires: 5-30-2015 15709: 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2015 TS#: 15-33149 Order #: 150001218-AZ-VOO NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 8/28/2007 and recorded on 8/31/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-014677, the subject Deed of Trust was modified by Loan Modification Agreement recorded as Instrument 2007-020636 and recorded on 12/21/2007. And Further modified by Loan Modification Agreement recorded as Instrument 2011-012028 and recorded on 11/01/2011, in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, at public auction to the highest bidder at the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ , on 5/13/2015 at 11:00 AM of

LEGAL NOTICES said day: LOT 19, OF COUNTRY CLUB ANNEX UNIT 1, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP (S) NO. 695 AND 695A. Per A.R.S. Section 33-803 (A)(2) the successor trustee appointed here qualifies as a Trustee of the trust deed in the Trustee’s capacity as a member of the State Bar of Arizona. ACCORDING TO THE DEED OF TRUST OR UPON INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE BENEFICIARY, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO A.R.S. SECTION 33-808(C): Street address or identifiable location: 614 FIRST AVE MIAMI, AZ 85539 A.P.N.: 207-02-119 Original Principal Balance: $158,906.00 Name and address of original trustor: (as shown on the Deed of Trust) KATHY CANIZALES, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN TERRI GAONA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN 614 FIRST AVE. MIAMI, AZ 85539 Name and address of beneficiary: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Christiana Trust, a division of Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, as trustee for GFT Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2014-1 440 S. LaSalle St., Suite 2000 Chicago, IL 60605 NAME, ADDRESS & TELEPHONE NUMBER OF TRUSTEE: (as of recording of Notice of Sale) Carrie Thompson Jones, a member of the State Bar of Arizona Law Offices of Les Zieve 112 North Central Avenue, Suite 425 Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Phone Number: (602) 688-7420 SALE INFORMATION: Sales Line: (714) 573-1965 Website: www.priorityposting.com Dated: February 6, 2015 Carrie Thompson Jones, a member of the State Bar of Arizona Per A.R.S. Section 33-803 (A)(2) the successor trustee appointed here qualifies as a Trustee of the trust deed in the Trustee’s capacity as a member of the State Bar of Arizona. State of Arizona )) ss. County of Maricopa ) On February 6, 2015, before me, LaKisha M. Eaden, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, a Notary Public for the State of Arizona, personally appeared Carrie Thompson Jones, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his authorized capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument the person, or the entity upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. LaKisha M. Eaden Notary Public LaKisha M. Eaden Notary Public - Arizona Maricopa County My Comm. Expires Sep 21, 2018 P1133373 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 03/27/2015 15714: 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2015 Notice of Trustee’s Sale Recorded on: 2/6/2015 TS No. : AZ-15-656530-CL Order No. : 150009618-AZ-VOO The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of Sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 12/10/2012 and recorded 12/14/2012 as Instrument 2012-015459 , in the office of the County Recorder of GILA County, Arizona at public auction to the highest bidder: Sale Date and Time: 5/12/2015 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE GILA COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1400 EAST ASH ST., GLOBE, ARIZONA 85501 Legal Description: LOT 6, BLOCK 14, EAST GLOBE MAP NO. 1, ACCORDING TO MAPS NO. 2, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. Purported Street Address: 605 SOUTH THIRD STREET, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Tax Parcel Number: 208-05-267 Original Principal Balance: $124,178.00 Name and Address of Current Beneficiary: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association C/O JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. 3415 Vision Dr Columbus, OH 43219 Name(s) and Address(s) of Original Trustor(s): JESSICA NICOLE MORGAN, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN 605 SOUTH THIRD STREET, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name and Address of Trustee/Agent: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: ( 866 ) 645-7711 Sales Line: 714-730-2727 Login to: w w w. s e r v i c e l i n k a s a p . c o m AZ-15-656530-CL The successor trustee qualifies to act as a trustee under A.R.S. §33-803(A)(1) in its capacity as a licensed Arizona escrow agent regulated by the Department of Financial Institutions. If the sale is set aside for any rea-

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LEGAL NOTICES son, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations . If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . TS No.: AZ-15-656530-CL Dated: 2/5/2015 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION By: John Pascual, Assistant Secretary A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of: California County of: San Diego On 2/5/2015 before me, Annette Johnson a notary public, personally appeared John Pascual, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument . I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WIT NESS my hand and official seal. Signature Annette

LEGAL NOTICES Johnson Commission No. 2073844 NOTARY PUBLIC - California San Diego County My Comm. Expires 7/12/2018 IDSPub #0078660 3/13/2015 3/20/2015 3/27/2015 4/3/2015 15717: 3/13, 3/17, 3/20/2013 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION NONPROFIT CORPORATION 1. ENTITY NAME: Church On the Street - Payson; File No. 19826946 2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS: NOTE that the character of affairs that the corporation ultimately conducts is not limited by the description provided. See Attached: Attachment to Articles of Incorporation of Church On The Street - Payson: Said organization is organized exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under the section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code. The business activity for said organization is as follows: We at Church On The Street - Payson help anyone in need from homeless to the alcohol/drug addict, to the incarcerated and do the spiritually suffering. Our purpose is to reach each person with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, providing food and temporary shelter to the homeless and a residential program to those individuals who want to be disciple and equipped to re-enter society successfully. No part of the net earnings of this organization shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to, its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the corporation shall be authorized an empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth herein. No substantial part of the activities of this corporation shall be the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and this corporation shall not par-

LEGAL NOTICES ticipate in, or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements), any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provision of this document, the corporation shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by a corporation exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or (b) by a corporation, contributions to which are deductible under section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code. Upon the dissolution of this corporation, assets remaining shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or shall be distributed to the federal government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed by a Court of Competent Jurisdiction of the county in which the principal office of the organization is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes. 3. MEMBERS: (x) The corporation WILL NOT have members. 4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? (Yes). 5. DIRECTORS: Joseph Corrigan, 216 E. Phoenix St., Payson, AZ 85541; Don Lees, 216 E. Phoenix St., Payson, AZ 85541; Kevin Ritter, 216 E. Phoenix St., Payson, AZ 85541. 6. STATUTORY AGENT: Don Lees, 216 E. Phoenix, St., Payson, AZ 85541. 7. INCORPORATORS: Joseph Corrigan, 216 E. Phoenix St., Payson, AZ 85541. By checking

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LEGAL NOTICES the box marked “I accept” below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona Law. (x) I ACCEPT, /s/ Joseph Corrigan, Joseph Corrigan; 1/26/2015. 15718: 3/13, 3/17, 3/20/2015 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FOR-PROFIT or PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION 1. ENTITY TYPE: (x) FORPROFESSIONAL CORPORATION. 2. ENTITY NAME: WALKER LAW OFFICE PC; FILE NO. 19724753 3. PROFESSIONAL C O R P O RATION SERVICES: Law Firm. 4. CHARACTER OF BUSINESS: Provision of Legal Services. 5. SHARES: Common, Series A, Total: 1000 Par Value: No Par. 6. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 6.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? (No). 6.2 Chuck Walker, Walker Law Office, PC, 620 East Highway 260, Building C, Payson, AZ 85541. 7. DIRECTORS: Chuck Walker, 620 East Highway 260, Building C., Payson, AZ 85541. 8. STATUTORY AGENT: Chuck Walker, 454 West Standage Lane, Payson, AZ 85541. 9. INCORPORATORS: Chuck Walker, 620 East Highway 260, Building C., Payson, AZ 85541. By checking the box marked “I accept” below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law. (x) /s/ Chuck Walker, Chuck Walker, (x) Corporation as Incorporator - I am signing as an officer or authorized agent of a corporation and its name is Walker Law Office, PC. 15719: 3/13, 3/17, 3/20/2015 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION 1. The name of the corpora-

Order: 10074849 Cust: -Town of Payson / P&Z Keywords: ingress/eggress sherrie has ad art#: 20125165 Class: Public Notices Size: 4.00 X 7.50

LEGAL NOTICES tion is: JACCOR, INC. 2. A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: 1911505-2 3. Date on which the attached amendment was adopted: 7/7/14 4. Does the amendment provide for an exchange, reclassification or cancellation of issued shares? (x) No. 5. Approval of the amendment: (x) Approved by incorporators or board of directors without shareholder action, and shareholder approval was not required or no shares have been issued. 6. Corporation’s Amendment: I need to change the Last Name on file (Durdel) to my current Married Last Name (Kaufman): So my name will need to be changed from Jade Durdel to Jade Kaufman. We need to change the Domestic Address/Place of Business address of our corporation from 311 S. 8870 W. Single Tree Ln., Payson, AZ 85541. We need to change the Statutory Agent Mailing/physical Address from 311 S. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 85541, to our current address: 8870 W. Single Tree Ln., Payson, AZ 85541. We need to change the address for Director, William Kaufman, from 311 S. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 85541, to our current address: 8870 W. Single Tree Ln., Payson, AZ 85541. We need to change the address for Director, Jade Kaufman, from 311 S. Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541 to our current address: 8870 W. Single Tree Ln., Payson, AZ 85541. /s/ William C. Kaufman, William C. Kaufman; /s/ Jade A. Kaufman, Jade A. Kaufman. SIGNATURE: By checking the box marked “I accept” below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law. (x) I ACCEPT; /s/ Jade A. Kaufman, Jade A. Kaufman. 1/27/2015. (x) I am the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the corporation filing this document. 15720: 3/20, 3/24, 3/17/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: Cecil Logistics, LLC FILE NUMBER: L19864570 II. The address of the known place of business is: 5555 S Hospital Dr Globe, AZ 85501 III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Robert Erven Brown 201 N Central Ave, Suite 3300 Phoenix, AZ 85004 Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:

LEGAL NOTICE The Town of Payson Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at 5:00 P.M. on Monday, April 6, 2015 on The Item(s) below. All meetings are held in the Town Council Chambers at 303 North Beeline Highway:

Xavier Ortega member 5632 N 14th Dr Phoenix, AZ 85015

Item A

A15-002, An application filed by the Town of Payson to abandon an emergency ingress/egress easement, drainage easement, and Public Utility Easement currently existing along the south 20 feet of Lot 21 of Mogollon Village, 323/325 South Golden Bear Point, Gila County Assessor Parcel Number 304-63-021.

Item B

CUP15-001, An application filed by Gary and Chiryl Cole Trust, Property Owner; Steven Cole, Applicant/Agent for a Conditional Use Permit to allow Outside Sales and Display Uses on C-2 Commercial Zoning District property located at 908 North Beeline Highway, Gila County Assessor Parcel Number 302-64-234.

Item C

CUP15-002, An application filed by Payson Hotel Investors, LLC, Applicant; Brian Laubenthal, Agent for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a Hotel use on C-2 Commercial Zoning District property located at 111 West Longhorn Road, Gila County Assessor Parcel Number 304-02-027J.

Item D

P15-003, An application filed by the Town of Payson to amend the Unified Development Code provisions pertaining to accessory/exempt structures from 144 s.f. to 200 s.f.

All interested persons are invited to attend this hearing and comment on the proposed requests. Materials relating to the above-referenced hearing items are available at the Town of Payson website, www.paysonaz.gov or at the Community Development Department at 303 N. Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona 85541, a minimum of 48 hours prior to the scheduled hearing. This department welcomes written comments at the address listed above. The Town of Payson endeavors to make all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. With 48 hours advance notice, special assistance can also be provided for sight and/or hearing impaired persons at public meetings. Please call 474-5242 (voice) or 472-6449 (TDD) to request an accommodation to participate in the meeting.

15721: 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2015 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE OCUNTY OF GILA in the Matter of the BILLY D. EWAN, Deceased. No. PB2014-00056 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVENN that JACKIE A. DICKERSON has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative as follows: JACKIE A. DICKERSON c/o Black Law Group, 4500 S. Lakeshore Drive, Suite 280, Tempe, AZ 85282. Dated this 6th day of March, 2015, Black Law Group, By: /s/ Clare Black, Clare Black. 15722: 3/13, 3/17, 3/20/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: SLOVAK LLC File No. L-19723090 II. The address of the known place of business is: 501 W. Frontier St., Payson, AZ 85541. III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Justin Novak, 501 W. Frontier St., Payson, AZ 85541. (A) Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability

LEGAL NOTICES company are: Justin Novak, (x) manager, 501 W. Frontier St., Payson, AZ 85541. 15723: 3/10, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2015 Notice of Trustee’s Sale Recorded on: 2/13/2015 TS No. : AZ-15-658997-JB Order No. : 733-1500150-70 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of Sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 3/29/1999 and recorded 4/6/1999 as Instrument 1999 5915 , in the office of the County Recorder of GILA County, Arizona at public auction to the highest bidder: Sale Date and Time: 5/18/2015 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE GILA COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1400 EAST ASH ST., GLOBE, ARIZONA 85501 Legal Description: Lots 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14, in Block Forty-Seven, East Globe Townsite, according to Map No. 17, records of Gila County, Arizona. Except that portion beginning at the Northeast corner of Lot 10, Block 47, East Globe Townsite, running; Thence Southerly along the Easterly line of Lots 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14 to the Southeast corner of Lot 14; Thence Northerly parallel with Second Street to Cedar Street; Thence Easterly 40 feet along Cedar Street to the place of beginning. Purported Street Address: 822 EAST CEDAR STREET, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Tax Parcel Number: 208-04-103 Original Principal Balance: $74,800.00 Name and Address of Current Beneficiary: MIDFIRST BANK C/O MidFirst Bank 999 N.W. Grand Blvd., Ste. 100 Oklahoma City, OK 73118-6116 Name(s) and Address(s) of Original Trustor(s): STACI GARCIA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN 822 E. CEDAR ST., GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name and Address of Trustee/Agent: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: ( 866 ) 645-7711 Sales Line: 714-730-2727 Login to: w w w. s e r v i c e l i n k a s a p . c o m AZ-15-658997-JB The successor trustee qualifies to act as a trustee under A.R.S. §33-803(A)(1) in its capacity as a licensed Arizona escrow agent regulated by the Department of Financial Institutions. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations . If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . TS No.: AZ-15-658997-JB Dated: 2/11/2015 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION By: Silver De Vera, Assistant Secretary A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of: California County of: San Diego On 2/11/2015 before me, Annette Johnson a notary public, personally appeared Silver De Vera, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument . I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WIT NESS my hand and official seal. Signature Annette Johnson Commission No. 2073844 NOTARY PUBLIC - California San Diego County My Comm. Expires 7/12/2018 IDSPub #0079048 3/20/2015 3/27/2015 4/3/2015 4/10/2015 15726: 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that

LEGAL NOTICES certain Deed of Trust recorded on September 26, 2008 in Instrument No. 2008-012599 in the office of the County Recorder of Gila County, Arizona, at public auction to the highest bidder at the front entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, Arizona at 11:00 a.m. on June 2, 2015: THAT PORTION OF LOTS 10 AND 11, BLOCK 2B, EAST GLOBE (MAP NO. 1) ACCORDING TO MAP NO 2, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WEST SIDE OF SAID LOT 10 DISTANT 50 FEET SOUTHERLY FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 10; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 10, 60 FEET; THENCE EASTERLY, PARALLEL WITH ASH STREET, 95 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY, PARALLEL WITH PARKER STREET, 60 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY PARRALLEL WITH ASH STREEET, 95 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING Purported address: 459 S Parker St, Globe, AZ 85501 Tax parcel #208-05-125 Original Principal Balance $139,500.00 Name and Address of Beneficiary: James B. Nutter & Company, 4153 Broadway, Kansas City, Missouri 64111. Original Trustor: Frederick T. Martin, an unmarried man, 459 S Parker St, Globe, AZ 85501 The Trustee qualifies pursuant to A.R.S. §33-803(A)(2) as a member of the State Bar of Arizona. The name, address, and telephone number of the Trustee is: Jason P. Sherman, 3636 N. Central Ave., Suite #400, Phoenix, AZ 85012, (602) 222-5711. The Trustee’s Regulator is the State Bar of Arizona. Dated: March 3, 2015 /s/ Jason P. Sherman, Jason P. Sherman, Trustee STATE OF ARIZONA)) ss. COUNTY OF MARICOPA) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on March 3, 2015, by Jason P. Sherman, a member of the State Bar of Arizona, as Trustee. /s/ Kari Sheehan, NOTIARY PUBLIC, My commission expires: 9/12/2018 15729: 3/20, 3/24, 3/27/2015 APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY TO TRANSACT BUSINESS OR CONDUCT AFFAIRS IN ARIZONA 1. ENTITY TYPE (x) FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION 2. NAME IN STATE OR COUNTRY OF INCORPORATIONS (FOREIGN NAME) Crystal Clear Maintenance, Inc. FILE NO. F19698405 3. NAME TO BE USED IN ARIZONA (ENTITY NAME) (x) Name in state of country of incorporation, with no changes. 4. FOREIGN DOMICILE: New Mexico 5. DATE OF INCORPORATION IN FOREIGN DOMICILE: 07/28/2000 6. DURATION: presumed to be perpetual. 7. PURPOSE: the foreign corporation’s purpose is to engage in any or all lawful business or affairs in which corporations may engage in the state or country under whose law the foreign corporation is incorporated. 8. CHARACTER OF BUSINESS: Janitorial Services 9. PRINCIPAL OFFICE ADDRESS - FOREIGN DOMICILE STREET ADDRESS: Crystal Clear Maintenance, 315 Central Avenue, Albuquerque, NM 87102. 10. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: (x) yes; is the same as the street address. 11. STATUTORY AGENT IN ARIZONA: InCorp Services, Inc. 2338 W. Royal Palm Road, Suite J. Phoenix, AZ 85021. 12. DIRECTORS: Douglas R. Craft, PO Box 46016, Rio Rancho, NM 87174 dated, 07/28/2000; Endia C. Craft, PO Box 46016, Rio Rancho NM 87174, dated 07/28/2000. 13. OFFICERS: Douglas R. Craft, (President/CEO), PO Box 46016, Rio Rancho, NM 87174 dated, 07/28/2000; Endia C. Craft, (Vice President), PO Box 46016, Rio Rancho NM 87174, dated 07/28/2000. 14. FOR-PROFITS ONLY SHARES AUTHORIZED: Class: Common, Total: 100,000 Par Value: 0. By checking the box marked “I accept” below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law. (x) I ACCEPT; /s/ Douglas R. Craft, Douglas R. Craft 12/5/14, (x) I am a duty-authorized officer of the corporation filing this document.

LEGAL NOTICES 15730: 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2015 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GILA In the Matter of the Adoption of: KENNEDY ELIZABETH BELL, (D.O.B 01/18/2013) a Minor. NO. SV 2015-00001 NOTICE OF RE-SETTING HEARING ON PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIP YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Petition for Termination of Parent-Child Relationship with respect to the above-named minor child has been filed by Dawn and Douglas Billiot, Husband and Wife, Petitioners. Said Petition alleges that Tammy Bell and William Graham are the biological mother and father of said child and seeks to terminate any and all parental rights they may have with respect thereto, on the basis of abandonment. A hearing was originally set for April 17, 2015, at 4:00 PM. Due to lack of service, the hearing has been reset. A hearing is now set to consider the Petition on: May 8, 2015 at 9:00 AM (1 hour allotted) before the Honorable Gary V. Scales in the Gila County Superior Court, 714 South Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona (85541). All persons interested in this matter are notified to then appear and show cause, if any they have, why an Order terminating your parental rights with respect to the minor children should not be granted. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that, if you are found to be indigent, the Juvenile Court shall appoint counsel to represent you in this matter, if you so desire. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that: Failure to attend the Initial Termination Hearing - or any subsequent Pro-Trial Conference, Status Conference, or Termination Adjudication Hearing - without good cause, may result in a finding that the Parent is deemed to have waived legal rights, and is deemed to have admitted the allegations in the Petition for Termination. Unattended Hearings may go forward in the absence of the Parent and may result in the Termination of Parental Rights base on the record and the evidence presented. A copy of the Petition is being served upon you herewith or, if not, may be obtained from Petitioner’s attorney, whose name, address and telephone number are: Chuck Walker, WALKER LAW OFFICE, PC; State Bar ID #: 011343, 620 E. Hwy. 260, Ste. C, Payson, AZ 85541. 928-474-0322. DATED: March 16, 2015. KENDALL RHYNE, Court Administrator, By: /s/ Celia L. Kenyon 15731: 3/20, 3/24, 3/27/2015 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION NONPROFIT CORPORATION 1. ENTITY NAME: Horses for Hope, Inc., File No 1988195-5 2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS: Therapeutic Riding Instructing. 3. MEMBERS: (X) The corporation WILL NOT have members. 4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 4.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? (Yes). 5. DIRECTORS: Cheryl Sweet, PO Box 1162, Pine, AZ 85544. 6. STATUTORY AGENT: Cheryl Sweet, 10490 W. Fossil Creek Rd., Strawberry, AZ 85544; PO Box 1162, Pine, AZ 85544. 7. INCORPORATORS: Cheryl Sweet, PO Box 1162, Pine, AZ 85544. By checking the box marked “I accept” below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law. (x) I ACCEPT: /s/ Cheryl Sweet, Cheryl Sweet, Dated, 2/24/2015. 15733: 3/20, 3/24, 3/27/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: PROPELLER ARC AVIATION, LLC File No. L-1984877-8 II. The address of the known place of business is: 1508 W. Bravo Taxiway, Ste. 5, Payson, AZ 85541. III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Stephen P. Nurre, 1508 W. Bravo Taxiway, Ste. 5, Payson, AZ 85541. (B) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Stephen P. Nurre, (x) member, (x) manager, 1508 W. Bravo Taxiway, Ste. 5, Payson, AZ 85541.

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Payson Roundup SPORTS Friday, March 20, 2015

Longhorns scorch Snowflake links to keep rolling The beast was unleashed as Mason Ridley combined power from the tee and the hands of a surgeon around the greens in leading Payson’s varsity golf team to another victory at Snowflake Golf Course on Tuesday. The senior shot 2-under-par 34 for nine holes as the Longhorns finished with a 151 score to beat Show Low (155), the host Lobos (163) and Holbrook (241). On a day that ended with rain and swirling winds, the Horns remained focused in recording their low score for the year. In addition to Ridley’s low score for the day, the rest of the team turned in three of the low four scores of the match. Dean Harpe continued his masterful play with a 1-over 37, which included four birdies. Close behind was sophomore Mitchell McGuire with a 38. Senior Ben Myer added a solid 42 and Clayton White carded 46 in the play-five count-four

format. “This team is better than last year’s top six team because of the dependable, consistent play of our top six golfers,” said Longhorns coach Denny Morse. Not to be outdone, the Payson junior varsity team blew the socks off their opponents by 17 and 20 strokes, respectively, shooting 173 followed by Show Low at 190 and Snowflake at 193. All four JV Longhorns carded their low score of the season. Hunter Harrison led the assault with a 40, followed by Matthew Myer’s 42, Bryce Goodman’s 45 and first-year player Tyler Hesleff with a 46. Morse said the excellent coaching and time invested by coaches Randy Mathews, Tom Harpe and Steve Neil is the key to the JV team’s success. The Longhorns are scheduled to return home for their next match on March 27 if they can

McMullen rips cover off ball in first week of college action Former Payson with the Scots by High standout stealing a base Nick McMullen after being inserted has wasted no as a pinch runner time making a in Macalester’s 5-4 name for himself win over Concordia on the collegiate (Wis.) on March baseball stage. 13. In his first The 2014 start on Saturday, Payson graduate McMullen belted earned Minnesota a grand slam to Intercollege snap a 5-5 tie and A t h l e t i c help the Scots to a Nick McMullen Conference Player 26-10 victory over of the Week, as Winnipeg. He later well as making the D3baseball. smacked a two-run home run com national Team of the Week. in the game, then drilled a pair The Macalester (Minn.) of two-run homers in a 21-7 win College freshman had a .647 over Carroll (Wis.) on Saturday. on-base percentage for the week, He also pitched the ninth inning collecting six hits, including four against Carroll, walking one and home runs, driving in 11 runs, striking out one without allowing scoring eight runs and stealing an earned run. five bases. He capped his first week by His team went 4-0 in three going 2-for-3 with two walks, days while opening the season in three runs scored and four Tucson last weekend. stolen bases in a 9-3 win over McMullen began his career Concordia (Ill.) on Sunday.

Hayes brings big arm, bat to softball team From page 1B

Johnson agrees. He said it hasn’t both better. She taken Hayes throws really long to become hard and it’s a key part of the consistent and team. she hits her spot “Anilese is almost every fitting in real time. That’ll be well,” Johnson something I defisaid. “She’s nitely have to playing for a work on when I new team and get back.” making the She’d not felt transition. From great at the plate what I can tell, the previous coushe’s thrilled to ple of games, so be here and she Keith Morris/Roundup Tuesday’s blast, loves the girls which helped Anilese Hayes laughs with and the girls power Payson to teammates after blasting her love her. There’s a 17-0 win, felt first home run on Tuesday. great camaradegreat. rie on the team. “I haven’t That’s one thing been seeing the ball the past that we see on the team that’s few games very well, but in the developing is great unity and Wickenburg tournament I hit we’re very happy about that.” really well, and obviously today With Arissa Paulson, her I hit one over, so I think I’m com- freshman sister, Aubrielle, and ing back out of the slump that I Hayes, the Longhorns feature was in,” Hayes said. as talented and deep a pitchThe clean-up hitter’s home ing staff as any team in the run followed a two-run blast by state, regardless of size. While Paulson, giving the Longhorns Johnson is eager to see Hayes their first back-to-back homers in the circle, he’s going to be of the year. She said she loves cautious. batting behind Paulson. “If it gets better and healthy, “It’s just fun knowing she can we’ll have her pitching before hit like that and I can hit like the season’s out, but I’ve got two that,” Hayes said. “I think (back- other really good pitchers, so to-back homers is) going to hap- it’s not really hurting us, but we pen a lot more times.” definitely want to give her some Payson head coach Curtis pitching time,” he said.

Announcements Spring co-ed softball March 27 is the deadline to register for the Spring Co-Ed Adult Softball League. The fee is $280 per team. Competitive and recreational divisions will be offered. Games will be played weekday evenings at Rumsey Park. Players must be at least 18 years old. Register at the Payson Parks & Recreation Office at 1000 W. Country Club Drive.

Call (928) 474-5242, ext. 7 for more information.

PATS Hike Saturday A Payson Area Trail System (PATS) Hike begins at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 21 at the Houston Loop Trailhead off of Mayfield Road. The 5.5-mile hike is free and the trail is rated moderate. Call (928) 474-5242, ext. 7 for more information.

find another team willing to compete on the beautiful yet challenging Chaparral Pines course.

High School Golf At Snowflake Golf Course Tuesday, March 17 Team scores Payson 151, Show Low 155, Snowflake 163, Holbrook 241 Top individuals Par 36 Mason Ridley, Payson Ian Crowe, Show Low Dean Harpe, Payson Mitchell McGuire, Payson Ace Johnson, Show Low G. Hatch, Snowflake S. Koury, Show Low P. Nielson, Snowflake T. Binnie, Snowflake Skyler Koury, Show Low Ben Myer, Payson G. Caldwell, Snowflake C. Solomon, Snowflake Clayton White, Payson G. Linn, Show Low

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Mason Ridley, lining up a putt at Chaparral Pines on March 6, enjoyed his best day of the season with a 2-under-par 34 to lead the Longhorns to another victory at Snowflake Golf Course on Tuesday.